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# Network Engineer III

- **Company:** Saalex Corporation
- **Location:** Tidewater, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Complex Networks, CompTIA Security+, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Live Virtual and Constructive, Network Architecture, Routing, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Technologies, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Firewall Services Module, Open Network Automation Platform, Network Optimization
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_bf74e7ae5

## About the Role

* 5-7 years of experience in network engineering or related field.
 * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Networking, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
 * Experience with network technologies (routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs).
 * Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs).
 * Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, Security+ depending on level).

Desired:

 * Experience supporting DoD or Navy network engineering environments.
 * Familiarity with network automation, scripting, or SDN technologies.
 * Experience with secure network architectures and boundary protection systems.

Additional Qualifications:

 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Ability to design and implement scalable network solutions.

Security Clearance:

 * Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance. Active clearances preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

## Description

The Network Engineer III supports the Navy by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable network architectures across global Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments. This role focuses on network engineering, integration, and optimization of enterprise and tactical network systems., * Design and implement enterprise network solutions including routing, switching, and firewall configurations.

 * Integrate network systems with cybersecurity controls and enterprise services.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve complex network performance and connectivity issues.
 * Support network optimization, scalability, and high availability initiatives.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams on engineering and integration efforts.
 * Other duties as assigned or required.