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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Caribou Thunder - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Complex Networks, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Network Topologies, Networking Hardware, Traceroute, Microsoft Visio, Multicasting, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Routing, Network Service, Packet Analyzer, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ping (Networking Utility), Microsoft PowerPoint, TCP/IP, Tcpdump, Wireshark, Web Navigation, Network Routers, Identity Services Engine, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Operational Systems, Cisco Switches - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=314b290af51db831 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university. * 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3 years with a Master's degree or 1 year with a PhD or 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree (Level III) * 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or 6 years with a Master's degree or 4 years with a PhD or 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree (Level IV) * Current DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) * Experience with network architecture, engineering, design, implementation, and testing * Familiarity with routers, switches, firewalls, DNS, and data encryption technologies * Strong understanding of network communication protocols and troubleshooting methodologies * Ability to communicate effectively through technical documentation and presentations * Ability to work collaboratively within high-performing engineering teams * Ability to travel up to 10% to support mission requirements * Active in-scope DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required at time of application * Willingness to undergo a counter-intelligence polygraph, * Expertise with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches * Experience with high-availability configurations on switches and firewalls * Experience configuring firewalls including access policies, NAT, and troubleshooting * Experience troubleshooting complex network issues using tools such as traceroute, ping, netcat, netstat, tcpdump, firewall logs, and packet capture tools such as Wireshark * Experience creating and maintaining network topologies using Visio * Experience documenting and implementing network device STIGs * Basic Linux system navigation experience * Experience with Cisco ISE administration * Experience with static and multicast routing ## Description * Support the design, implementation, and sustainment of network architectures across classified and unclassified environments. * Assist senior system administrators and network subject matter experts in maintaining critical network infrastructure and operational systems. * Analyze and troubleshoot network performance using knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP. * Support network testing activities utilizing routers, switches, and firewalls to validate system performance and reliability. * Monitor and analyze TCP/IP behavior, network communications, and traffic patterns to identify and resolve issues. * Maintain and support high-availability network systems ensuring continuous mission operations. * Develop and maintain network diagrams and documentation using tools such as Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint. * Participate in operational testing events and support after-hours program activities as required. * Collaborate across engineering teams to support complex, multi-domain network environments. ## Related Videos - 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