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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer III - **Company:** World Wide Technology - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Secure Shell (SSH), Link Aggregation (Ethernet), Address Resolution Protocols, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Trunking, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Internet Control Message Protocol, Networking Hardware, Network Security, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Multicasting, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Public Key Infrastructure, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Transport Layer Security, Load Balancing, Computer Network Technologies, Mitre Att&ck, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, SC Clearance, Palo Alto Networks, Enterprise Integration, Routing & Switching, ArcSight Event Correlation, Cisco - **Published:** July 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9022439/network-engineer-iii ## About the Role This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role., * 5-8 years of experience in network security or network engineering roles, with a focus on Zero Trust, network security, software defined networks, and SD-WAN * Experience in designing, implementing, and managing networks, including LAN/WAN and SD-WAN * Knowledge of zero trust network security best practices, including firewalls and macro/microsegmentation * Deep understanding of routing & switching, multicast, and QoS * Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills * Knowledge of common security threats and protections to network, cloud, and endpoint resources * Knowledge and experience in log forwarding and event correlation with an enterprise grade SIEM * Knowledge and experience with public cloud networking and security technologies in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP * Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills * Highly self-motivated * Detail oriented, * Current Secret clearance * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification * Experience with network security technologies (Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, etc.) * Strong expertise in firewall architecture and security best practices * Extensive experience in the design, configuration, troubleshooting, and administration of highly distributed and segmented networks and network security technologies * Experience implementing SD-WAN solutions * Expertise with common network protocols including but not limited to: BGP, OSPF, STP, ARP, VLANs, Trunking, LACP, VPCs, ICMP, LDAP, RADIUS, DNS, DHCP, HTTP, TLS, SMTP, SSH, SCP * Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and certificates Desired Skills/Knowledge: * Implementation and administration experience with application centric network technologies (load balancers, WAF/WAAP) * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues * Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework * Familiarity with NIST SP 800 series * Additional certifications related to Security and Router/Switch are a plus * Bachelor's Degree and 5-8 years of technical experience in Network Security or Network Engineering with large-scale enterprise/global networks in high-paced, diverse environment ## Description * Contributing to the design, implementing, and maintaining a high distributed network aligning zero trust principles * Contributing to the designing and implementing SD-WAN based network architecture spanning dozens of sites at a global scale * Configuring, installing, and managing network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software * Planning, executing, and documenting network upgrades, expansions, and optimizations * Designing and establishing protocol compatibility standards * Serve as a subject matter expert in zero trust network architecture * Maintaining comprehensive network documentation, including architecture diagrams, rack elevations, SOPs, and configuration logs * Diagnosing and resolving complex network issues, including those related to performance, security, and connectivity * Analyzing network traffic, to ensure successful system operations * Developing and implementing disaster recovery plans to ensure network resilience * Supervising and mentoring junior network engineers * Working with other IT teams (e.g., systems administrators, security specialists, application engineers) to ensure network integration and interoperability * Working with vendors to select, purchase, and implement network equipment * Ensuring that the network meets relevant industry standards, DoD regulations, and DoD ZT requirements as defined in the DoD ZT Execution Roadmap, We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. 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