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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Infrastructure Engineer - **Company:** Scientific Research Corporation - **Location:** North Charleston, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Outlook, CompTIA Network+, Data Centers, IP Addressing, Local Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Network Architecture, Wide Area Networks, Ribbon (Software), Information Technology, Visual Basic Language - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8943298/network-infrastructure-engineer ## About the Role * CCNA or CompTIA Network+ * Information Technology background * Knowledgeable in network WAN/LAN with experience in troubleshooting layer 1 connectivity issues * Six plus years of experience in the following areas: + Working with copper cable infrastructure (CAT5E, CAT6, CAT6A) + Working with Single Mode and Multimode fiber (OS2, OM1, OM3, OM4) + Troubleshooting Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity issues + Installing fiber optic transceivers (SFP, QSFP, media converters) * Knowledge of outside plant (OSP) fiber installation and safety, including OSHA safety standards and confined space training * Understanding of Data Center Infrastructure, including hot aisle/cold aisle environments, cable ladders, rack installation, and cable managementKnowledge of fiber and copper test equipment, such as Visual Fault Locator (VFL), Fiber Optic Power Meters, CAT5E/CAT6 testers, OTDR, and T-BERD * Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visual Basic) * Must be able to lift, move, carry 50 pounds * Must be willing to relocate to Charleston, South Carolina Desired Skills * Six plus years of experience in the following areas: + Installing routers, cryptographic devices, circuit activations, and fiber infrastructure + Performing fusion splicing, including splice-on connectors, loose tube, ribbon fiber, and splice tray organization + Working with DISA Telecommunications Service Orders (TSO) * Prior military service or experience contracting with a government agency * Troubleshooting network issues in a WAN environment working with Network Engineers to determine if it's physical (layer 1) or logical issue (layer 2-3) * Troubleshooting cryptographic devices, i.e. correct keymat, IP address, SA tunnels and route information, * 75% Travel, able to travel for up to a month at a time, usually, one to two weeks * Able to obtain US Passport (company pays) * Driver's license required * Willing to drive overseas to include (Left side of the road I.E. England, Japan etc.) * No Company travel credit card, company Reimbursement travel ## Description * Upgrading Wide Area Network (WAN) equipment and fiber infrastructure at remote locations CONUS an OCONUS * Designing and implementing cable infrastructure for data centers and outside plant fiber * Working with network engineers to establish layer 1-3 connectivity * Performing installation of routers, switches, encryptors and patch panels in racks * Performing inside plant fiber installation: data center fiber installation, telecom room to telecom room fiber installation * Performing outside plant fiber installation: building to building fiber installation through manholes and handholes * Working with node site coordinator to extend WAN circuits to routers * Coordinating with remote site POC's to plan, design, and schedule equipment and infrastructure installation * Coordinating with remote COMSEC custodians to ensure the correct Keymat is ordered ahead of installation, working with local COMSEC custodians to send out appropriate COMSEC device to site * Creating cable diagrams before and update after installation is complete ## Related Videos - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [The Sound of Privacy – What Your Spotify Data Reveals About You](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100346-the-sound-of-privacy-what-your-spotify-data-reveals-about-you) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)