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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - Level 2 or 3 - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $83,400.0 - $125,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Firewall Policy Management, Systems Architecture, TCP/IP, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Information Technology, Cisco - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9209408/network-engineer-level-2-or-3 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 0 years of relevant experience; Associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Basic understanding and demonstrated skills with Network Architectures * U.S. citizenship is required for this role * Active DoD Secret-level Security Clearance or the ability to obtain * Ability to work alone or in small teams to complete projects * Ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical persons * Experience with industry wiring (copper and fiber) standards * Experience with routing and switching network equipment and protocols * Experience with security concepts and firewall management * Experience with DoD encryption implementation and standards * Experience with HW, RF, and Cisco systems, test equipment, technical troubleshooting, and problem solving. * Experience with engineering drawings and technical manuals, and the use thereof for operating, maintenance and troubleshooting equipment. Basic Qualifications for a Level 3: * Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; Associate's degree with 7 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Basic understanding and demonstrated skills with Network Architectures * U.S. citizenship is required for this role * Active DoD Secret-level Security Clearance or the ability to obtain * Ability to work alone or in small teams to complete projects * Ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical persons * Experience with industry wiring (copper and fiber) standards * Experience with routing and switching network equipment and protocols * Experience with security concepts and firewall management * Experience with DoD encryption implementation and standards * Experience with HW, RF, and Cisco systems, test equipment, technical troubleshooting, and problem solving. * Experience with engineering drawings and technical manuals, and the use thereof for operating, maintenance and troubleshooting equipment. Preferred Qualifications: * DOD TS/SCI Clearance * Sec+ * CCNA/JNCIA * CCNP/JNCIP * GIT Experience * MBSE Experience - Cameo preferred * Strong familiarity with network architecture * Comprehensive experience with TCP/IP, firewalls, switching, routing * Effective time management and organization skills * Effective diagnostic and problem-solving skills * Attention to detail, planning and documentation skills * Ability to work independently and in a team environment * Ability to travel between 10 and 25% of the year * Maintain thorough understanding of new developments and techniques in information technology ## Description * Support the design, development, and analysis of Ground Station requirements. * Integrate Network Hardware in support of Ground Based Systems architecture and support communications infrastructure. * Troubleshoot technical problems and issues, determines technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications, and recommends actions. * Research, develop, and test a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including communications equipment and systems, and control and test equipment. * Evaluate and resolve engineering related production problems related to manufacturing, design, and quality. * Analyze engineering specifications and drawings; confers with quality, and subcontractors to provide and obtain technical information; investigates reports of defective, damaged or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment or systems; and reviews production schedules and orders. * Evaluate findings to formulate corrective actions. * Responsible for research and/or product development in more than one engineering discipline. * Support and participate in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of electromechanical systems. * Assess product needs in accordance with customer specifications. * May conduct technical training and product briefing with customers, vendors, and company representatives. * Implement and refine designs for business technology initiatives. * Enforce policies for standardizing and adherence to systems, security and Industry practices. * Follow CM processes to iterate on network design and implementation documents. ## 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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [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) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)