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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer I (Pipeline) - **Company:** Lucayan Technology Solutions LLC - **Location:** Missoula, MT, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Active Directory, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Issue Tracking Systems, Information Technology Operations, IP Addressing, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Computer Network Operations, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Patch Management, Nessus, Cisco Switches, Network Server, Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** June 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8960291/network-engineer-i-pipeline ## About the Role * U.S. Citizenship required * Security Clearance: Must be eligible for a federal Public Trust Background Investigation * Associate's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field (relevant certifications and/or equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of degree) * Minimum 2 years of IT support, network operations, or systems administration experience * Working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and standard network troubleshooting * Familiarity with patch management, ticketing systems, and OS update processes * Basic understanding of networking concepts including VLANs, IP addressing, and DNS/DHCP Preferred Qualifications * Experience in a government IT environment or with federal security compliance requirements * Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable/Nessus) * Experience with Cisco switches, firewalls, or wireless access point administration * Cisco Certified Field Technician or equivalent entry-level Cisco certification Required Certifications * CompTIA Network+ (required or must obtain within 90 days of start) * CompTIA Security+ (required or must obtain within 90 days of start) ## Description We are seeking a motivated Network Engineer I to join our on-site IT operations team supporting federal research facilities in Missoula, Montana. This role is ideal for a technically skilled individual who enjoys working directly with users and systems in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. The Network Engineer I will handle help desk support, routine system maintenance, patching, and troubleshooting activities while developing expertise in federal network security and infrastructure management., * Manage help desk intake, ticket tracking, resolution, and escalation in accordance with established procedures * Assist users with network access issues including account unlocks, password resets, and onboarding support * Perform routine patching and OS updates for servers, workstations, and infrastructure devices in compliance with ATO requirements * Conduct trouble isolation, root cause analysis, and port clearance activities to maintain network performance * Assist with monitoring of network infrastructure including NAS, UPS, switches, wireless access points, and servers * Support quarterly and annual log audits, account reviews, and inventory maintenance activities * Notify stakeholders of outages and service disruptions via email and Microsoft Teams * Assist with documentation updates including VLAN assignments, IP address records, and system diagrams * Support vulnerability scanning and remediation activities under the direction of senior team members * Respond to zero-day threat mitigations within required timeframes as directed ## 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) - [Securing Your Web Application Pipeline From Intruders](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/53-securing-your-web-application-pipeline-from-intruders) - [The Sound of Privacy – What Your Spotify Data Reveals About You](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100346-the-sound-of-privacy-what-your-spotify-data-reveals-about-you) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [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 - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)