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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - III (Computer Network Architect - **Company:** IDS International - **Location:** Muscatatuck, IN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 4G (Telecommunication), Complex Networks, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Domain Name System (DNS), Information Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, 5G (Telecommunication), Wi-Fi Technology, Computer Networking Systems, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Bare Metal - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** http://idsinternational.applytojob.com/apply/jobs/details/FvyVEygeaI ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related discipline OR equivalent experience in lieu of degree, * Minimum of 10 years of experience in cyber range or computer testbed environments * Expert-level experience designing and configuring: + Routing, switching, firewalls + DNS, VPNs, VLANs + Enterprise network infrastructure across bare metal and virtualized systems * Experience supporting distributed test range environments, including development of policies and procedures * Experience with wireless and cellular technologies, including: + 802.11 (Wi-Fi) + 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks * Experience configuring and managing DoD network nodes, including environments such as JIOR (Joint Information Operations Range) * Proven ability to operate in complex, mission-driven DoD environments, * Strong network architecture and engineering leadership * Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills * Experience in cyber range or training environments * Strong documentation and communication skills * Ability to lead initiatives and work across technical teams, Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential., Do you meet DoD 8140.03 IAT II certification requirements (e.g., Security+ or equivalent)?* Do you have at least 10 years of experience in cyber range or computer testbed environments?* What is your level of experience in network engineering/architecture?* Do you have expert-level experience designing and configuring enterprise networks (routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, VPNs, VLANs)?* Do you have experience supporting distributed test range or cyber range environments?* ## Description IDS is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer III to support enterprise and cyber range network architecture within a DoD environment. This position requires deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures across distributed test range environments. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical leader responsible for network design, wireless infrastructure integration, and support of advanced cyber test and training environments., * Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network architectures supporting cyber range operations * Manage and optimize routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, VPNs, and VLANs * Support distributed test range environments, including policy and procedure development * Engineer and maintain network infrastructure across physical and virtualized systems * Provide technical support for DoD network nodes and cyber range platforms * Develop and implement network policies, standards, and best practices * Support wireless network infrastructure, including modern cellular and Wi-Fi technologies * Troubleshoot complex network issues and ensure high availability and performance ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Single Server, Global Reach: Running a Worldwide Marketplace on Bare Metal in a Cloud-Dominated World](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1206-single-server-global-reach-running-a-worldwide-marketplace-on-bare-metal-in-a-cloud-dominated-world) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [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)