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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Blu Omega - **Location:** Middlesex County, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $185,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Access Control List, VoIP, Cisco Routers, Complex Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Network Topologies, Internet Information Services (IIS), Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), IP Address Management, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Layer, Windows Servers, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Windows PowerShell, Syslog, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Network Access Control, SC Clearance, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Performance Monitor, Npm(Software), 3-tier Architectures, Cisco Switches - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9068431/network-engineer ## About the Role Blu Omega is seeking a Senior Network Engineer / SME Network and Computer Systems Administrator to support a federal defense program at Hanscom Air Force Base. This role provides senior-level network engineering, administration, modernization, troubleshooting, and operational support for secure enterprise network infrastructure. The position requires deep hands-on Cisco networking experience, Cisco ISE experience, strong Layer 2 and Layer 3 troubleshooting skills, and the ability to operate independently in a mission-driven DoD environment., * Active Secret clearance. * Security+ certification required before start. * Approximately 10 years of senior-level network engineering experience. * Hands-on experience with Cisco routers, Cisco switches, and Cisco ISE. * Strong experience with routing, switching, network design, implementation, operations, and troubleshooting. * Strong Layer 2 and Layer 3 troubleshooting experience. * Experience with OSPF, VRF, VRRP, QoS, VLANs, STP, 802.1X, access control lists, IPsec, and virtual chassis or stacking. * Experience with DHCP, SolarWinds Orion NPM/NCM, Wireshark, AAA, SNMPv3, Syslog, and network monitoring tools. * Experience supporting VoIP environments. * Ability to work onsite full time at Hanscom AFB. * Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and customer-service skills., * Air Force or broader DoD enterprise network experience. * CCNA or CCNP certification. * PowerShell scripting experience. * TACLANE experience. * Voice platform experience. * UPS infrastructure knowledge. * Windows Server 2019 or 2022 and IIS knowledge. * Experience supporting classified, unclassified, and enclave network environments. * Experience supporting large enterprise environments with thousands of users. Education * Bachelor's degree in information technology, networking, computer science, or a related discipline is preferred. * Four additional years of relevant network experience may substitute for the degree. ## Description * Design, configure, implement, operate, and troubleshoot secure enterprise network infrastructure. * Support Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Cisco ISE, network access control, routing, switching, and related network security technologies. * Troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues, outages, degraded performance, and Tier 3 incidents. * Support network modernization, lifecycle planning, capacity improvements, reliability improvements, and infrastructure upgrades. * Support Cisco ISE implementation, configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting. * Maintain secure and compliant network configurations, technical documentation, operational procedures, and network topology information. * Support VoIP-related network issues, network monitoring, IP address management, and performance monitoring activities. * Coordinate with vendors and internal technical teams as needed to resolve complex network problems. * Provide occasional night or weekend surge support when critical network or security issues occur., We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. 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