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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** Desktop Service Center, Inc.
- **Location:** Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** VoIP, CompTIA Security+, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Software Debugging, Domain Name System (DNS), Network Topologies, Network Layer, Microsoft Visio, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Network Management System, Syslog, Network Routers, Identity Services Engine, Computer Network Technologies, Juniper, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Npm(Software), Cisco
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9200867/network-engineer

## About the Role

* Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or an equivalent technical field (4 additional years of directly related experience may substitute for the degree).
 * Experience: 3+ years of progressive hands-on experience in a dedicated network engineering or administration role.
 * Clearance: Active Secret security clearance is a plus
 * Certifications: CompTIA Security+ certification.
 * Technical Systems: Hands-on experience configuring Cisco/Juniper routers and switches, Layer 2 & Layer 3 protocols in a VoIP environment, IPAM/DHCP/DNS/Syslog, and network monitoring platforms (e.g., SolarWinds Orion NPM/NCM, Cisco ISE)., * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.

## Description

* Network Design & Engineering: Design, install, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure with minimal supervision. Manage daily operational tasks and ongoing upgrade projects for routers, switches, and network management tools.
 * Operations & Troubleshooting: Provide day-to-day operational support, including network debugging, diagnosing data troubles, opening trouble tickets, and resolving customer support cases through Tier 3 support.
 * Network Modernization: Participate in the design and integration of new networks into the existing architecture, leveraging the latest networking technologies.
 * Compliance & Documentation: Assist in securing network systems to meet all applicable DoD, AF, and DISA compliance standards. Maintain classified and unclassified network topology maps (e.g., Visio) and ensure detailed record-keeping for military processes.
 * Maintenance & Support: Participate in system maintenance, optimization, and performance activities. Support emergency operations on a 24/7 as-needed basis and remain flexible for weekend work as required.