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# MAF Journeyman Network Engineer

- **Company:** the Trace
- **Location:** Scott Air Force Base, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $78,000 - $100,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Networking Hardware, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Satcom, Software Engineering, Wide Area Networks, Computer Network Operations, SC Clearance, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Enterprise Integration, Splunk, Cisco, Servicenow
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_tracesystems-7267

## 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: Intermediate; 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 CEH, Cloud+, GCIH, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, SSCP, 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. + 3+ years of network administration or engineering experience supporting enterprise LAN/WAN environments. + Current Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 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. + Experience with Cisco routing and switching, troubleshooting, monitoring, implementation, and technical documentation.
Desired Qualification + Experience with Mobility Air Forces, airborne communications, EACN, A2G2, SATCOM, or Air Force networks. + Experience with network integration, classified environments, DISA STIGs, SolarWinds, Splunk, or ServiceNow. + 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; bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field preferred.

## Description

Job Overview Job Title: MAF Journeyman Network Engineer Location: Scott AFB, Illinois Job Responsibilities Trace Systems is seeking a MAF Journeyman Network Engineer to provide hands-on network configuration, implementation, troubleshooting, and sustainment for Mobility Air Forces traffic integrated into EACN at Scott AFB. The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage. + Configure, implement, and support network infrastructure, operating systems, and computer data exchange equipment used to integrate MAF Operations traffic into EACN. + Identify and resolve network performance issues affecting MAF Operations. + Troubleshoot, repair or replace, configure, monitor, and upgrade network equipment and supporting systems. + Support approved integration, test, installation, transition, and cutover activities for new MAF capabilities. + Maintain accurate configurations, diagrams, implementation records, tickets, and technical procedures. + Coordinate with senior