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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** the Trace
- **Location:** Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $63,000.0 - $81,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, CompTIA Network+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Computer Network Operations, Sysadmin, SC Clearance, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Servicenow
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_tracesystems-7251

## About the Role

Minimum Qualifications + Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access. + Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required. + Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role.
DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 441 Network Operations Specialist, Proficiency Level: Basic; and may qualify through education, military training, certifications, or a combination thereof. + Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training. + Qualifying 8140 certifications may include CND, Network+, or other DoD 8140-approved certifications.
Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted. + Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel. + Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force, installation, and program security requirements. + 1+ year of IT support, network operations, system administration, or technical customer-support experience. + Current CompTIA Network+ certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment. + DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position, or ability to obtain it within six months. + Working knowledge of TCP/IP, network monitoring, Microsoft Active Directory, ticketing, and troubleshooting.
Desired Qualification + Experience supporting Air Force users, classified networks, EACN, A2G2, SolarWinds, or ServiceNow. + Relevant military communications, help desk, network operations, or technical training. + Prior military service or experience supporting Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force customers. + Experience supporting mission-essential communications in distributed, multi-site environments.
Education + High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or associate degree in information technology preferred.

## Description

The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage. + Coordinate network requirements with users, site personnel, and higher-tier engineering support. + Perform system-administration tasks on Microsoft Active Directory networks. + Operate Government-furnished network monitoring tools, including SolarWinds, to provide real-time statistics and support troubleshooting. + Create, update, and verify incident tickets, including accurate descriptions, actions taken, and resolution details. + Support the Air Force Network Operations Center, Network Operations Division, 26th Network Operations Group Detachment 2, Network Security Division, and AFCERT requirements. + Assist with routine network checks, user coordination, documentation, escalation, and restoration of service. + Maintain technical publications and support accountability for assigned EACN equipment when designated.