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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. - **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Networking Hardware, Subnetting, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Virtualization, Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Systems Integration, Network Routers, Scripting, Cisco Discovery Protocol, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Containerization, Information Technology, SDN Network, Atlassian Tools, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g73moc ## About the Role + 10+ years Network engineering + BS in a STEM degree field + Support programs through SRR, PDR, CDR or equivalent design reviews + CCNA, CCNP, and equivalent Senior level Network certifications for CISCO and Juniper systems + Support firewall, switch, and router configurations and upgrades + Experience with Network security configurations and hardening + Design, deploy, and maintain LAN and WAN infrastructure + Configure and manage routing protocols, MPLS connectivity, and subnet design + Implement and support virtual networking solutions across on-prem and cloud environments + Experience with satellite ground systems + Familiarity with modern IT infrastructure capabilities to include virtualization, cloud deployment and containerization (CNFs) + Complete knowledge of Agile methodology + Candidate must be self-motivated and comfortable with supporting multiple groups of developers, engineers, and testers. + Candidate must be able to articulate technical concepts orally and in written forms both internally to the team, as well as, externally to the customer and users. + Working knowledge of space systems, including ground systems and system development processes Preferred Skills and Experience + Advanced certifications (CCNP, specialization tracks, or equivalent) + Experience with Juniper networking equipment and operating systems + Experience working alongside or in a network architect role + Exposure to enterprise network design and large-scale infrastructure planning + Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) technologies + Familiarity with cloud networking platforms and integrations + Knowledge of network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.) + Experience supporting high-availability and multi-site environments + Security+ certification is not required but is beneficial to the position #LI-Remote, #LI-Hybrid ## Description Kratos is seeking a highly motivated candidate as a Network Engineer, in Boulder, CO, for a large space ground system program. The candidate will work closely with system developers, test, and on-site user support personnel to support system updates, and ensure project objectives are met. Primary responsibilities include Network design and execution/compliance, preparation for SRR/PDR/CDR level review, meeting and working group support, and contributions towards future Task Orders, ECPs and CCPs., + Work closely with Program leadership to ensure all Network Engineering requirements are met + Lead/Conduct studies and capture technical analysis in support future design reviews + Support all required IPTs, TIMs, WGs and Ad hoc meetings + Participate in CDRLs generation and deliveries based on customer prescribed schedule + Provide technical advice to our customers on architectures and potential solutions + SecDevOps processes and related Agile practices (Atlassian suite) + Support System Product Owners as required + Participate in requirements decomposition and analysis + System/network design and architecture + System documentation generation and updates + Attend and support highly technical engineering team meetings + Develop and deliver effective customer presentations (design reviews, status reports, kickoff meetings, support test plans) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system level ## 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) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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