Secret Cleared Optical Network Engineer

Our client, a leader in telecommunications and networking technology, is seeking a Network Solutions Engineer for a full time position. They will be working onsite daily to support a federal customer at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. This individual will serve as an onsite technical SME supporting the implementation, testing, and modernization of optical network infrastructure. The engineer will work hands-on with Ciena equipment, troubleshoot network issues, perform service turn-ups and testing, and support integration with the customer’s existing network environment.

Active Secret Security Clearance Ability to work onsite daily at Vandenberg AF base 10+ years of telecommunications/network engineering experience Hands-on experience with Ciena networking equipment Strong experience with DWDM, SONET, ROADM/nOADM, and optical networking Experience with Ethernet architecture, provisioning, and implementation Knowledge of IP/MPLS and Layer 2/Layer 3 networking protocols Experience commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and turning up network services Knowledge of fiber optics, including fiber characterization and OTDR Experience reading network diagrams, cabling guides, and signal flow diagrams Familiarity with Network Management Systems (NMS) such as Ciena MCP/Navigator Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Networking, or related field, or equivalent experience Ability to travel up to 25%

Nice to Haves: Active Top Secret Clearance Hands-on experience with Ciena 6500 DWDM/OTN and Routing & Switching platforms Experience with Ciena Site Manager, MCP/Navigator, and SAOS Experience with legacy SONET/TDM circuits including OCx, DS1, and DS3 Experience performing TDM BER testing and developing network test plans Experience supporting greenfield network deployments and network modernization projects Experience documenting rack diagrams, signal flows, cable runs, migration plans, and as-built configurations

ClearBridge Technology Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer excellent benefits and compensation packages. The expected salary range for this role is: $115,000 to 180,000. The posted range is an estimate, the actual compensation offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications and will be in line with internal equity.