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# Jr. Network Engineer (Onsite- Aberdeen, Maryland)

- **Company:** Fairwinds Technologies, L
- **Location:** Middletown, DE, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $105,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Data Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, Network Architecture, Routing, Rapid Prototyping Process, Satcom, Systems Integration, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Low Latency, Cisco, Vmware
- **Published:** July 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d007ca0dfb9ff8c5

## About the Role

The ideal candidate will have foundational knowledge of IP networking, switching, VLANs, basic routing, firewalls, endpoint/network security concepts, and disciplined documentation practices. The candidate must be dependable, coachable, cyber-aware, and comfortable working around RF, wireless, lab, and government customer environments where configuration control, information protection, and attention to detail are important., * Bachelor of Science in Computer, Software, Electrical, Electronics, Network Science, or Systems Engineering. Or a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

 * 2+ years' experience with designing integrated networked solutions for rapid prototyping and quick reaction communications systems.
 * Understanding of open system interfaces and the challenges involved in integrating systems from different manufacturers.
 * Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+/Network+, VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification
 * Ability to follow direction, ask good questions, learn quickly, and work responsibly around sensitive customer and laboratory environments.
 * Experience with switches, firewalls, and IDS systems.
 * Experience with cyber security infrastructure.
 * US Citizen
 * Active Secret or higher DoD Security Clearance

Additional Preferred Qualifications

 * 2+ years' experience in maintaining networks, segregated LAN and WAN systems. Setting up switches, port forwarding, DHCP, DNS, and network architecture.
 * Experience with SATCOM, Terrestrial Wireless/Radio, & SD-WAN Aggregation Systems.

## Description

Fairwinds Technologies is seeking a Junior Network Engineer to support laboratory, engineering, and information technology activities for Fairwinds technical teams. This is an early-career role intended for a motivated candidate who has strong fundamentals, some hands-on experience, and the ability to learn quickly while supporting lab senior technical staff while working under the direction of the Chief Information Office IT Network Lead.

The Junior Network Engineer will assist with the setup, configuration, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of IP-connected systems, laboratory networks, test environments, and controlled engineering infrastructure. The position will support both Mixed Signal and xG technical laboratories and teams, helping engineers and technical managers maintain reliable, secure, and well-documented network environments used for prototyping, integration, experimentation, and customer-focused demonstrations., * Assist with installation, configuration, labeling, cabling, testing, and routine maintenance of network equipment used in Fairwinds engineering, IT, Mixed Signal, and xG lab environments.

 * Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in systems engineering design and development.
 * Perform first-level troubleshooting for connectivity, latency, VLAN membership, addressing, cabling, equipment availability, and basic firewall/access issues.
 * Ability to not shy away from technical challenges and an approach of how it can be done, not how it can't be done.
 * Work with engineers, developers, program managers, and technical managers to understand network needs for experiments, prototypes, demonstrations, and customer deliverables.
 * Ability to brief non-technical Senior Leadership with experience briefing on highly technical matters.


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