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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Telecom Network Engineer - **Company:** Connected Logistics - **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States - **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, Data as a Services, Trunking, Interoperability, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Network Monitoring, Microsoft PowerPoint, Systems Integration, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Computer Network Operations, 3-tier Architectures, Cisco - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17846772?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17846772%2FTelecom-Network-Engineer-Virginia-Richmond ## About the Role * Possess excellent analytical and writing skills. * Possess Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.) knowledge. * Possess experience working with DoD/DLA. Requirements * Must possess a BS degree in electrical, electronics, or systems engineering with at least one (1) year of experience in that field, OR an associate degree in electrical, electronics, or systems engineering with at least eight (8) years of experience (four (4) years related to telecommunications systems or networks), OR an equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, and directly related experience. * Must possess a relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority, such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification), or other comparable industry credential supporting telecommunications and network operations. * Must have experience in the analysis and design of voice/video networks, LAN/WAN data networks, wireless networks, and/or network management systems supporting voice/video and data services. * Must possess an IT-I Critical Sensitive clearance or Tier 5 (T5) at the time of proposal submission ## Description * Performs hands-on engineering tasks for AV/VTC network components, SBC/CUBE platforms, collaboration edge systems, E911 integrations, SIP trunking, and call routing infrastructure. * Executes engineering-approved configuration changes, updates, and modifications; participates in engineering-led development, maintenance, testing, and interoperability activities; and documents results to ensure compliance with enterprise standards. * Provides Tier 2troubleshooting and root cause analysis for voice and video transport issues, escalating complex or design-level problems to Tier 3 engineering. * Serves as the on-shift technical authority during assigned shifts, providing technical direction to administrators, validating administrative actions, ensuring adherence to approved procedures, and maintaining operational continuity in the absence of senior engineering staff. * Supports operational requirements or functions as needed due to personnel availability. * Supports vulnerability remediation by applying engineering-approved patches and performing post-update validation to ensure operational readiness. * Contributes to change management processes by preparing implementation steps, executing approved changes, and providing technical feedback to engineering teams. * Maintains audit-ready logs, supports continuity and failover testing, coordinates with carriers and partner agencies on technical matters, and ensures all actions align with engineering direction, network specifications, and enterprise policy. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Trunk-Based Development at Scale: Real-World Insights from a High-Traffic Luxury E-Commerce Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1435-trunk-based-development-at-scale-real-world-insights-from-a-high-traffic-luxury-e-commerce-platform) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)