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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer III - **Company:** Abacus - **Location:** Holloman Air Force Base, NM, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $93,500.0 - $108,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, User Authentication, Border Gateway Protocol, Unix, Cisco Routers, Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Linux, Network Topologies, Storage Area Network (SAN), Network Security, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Network Architecture, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Public Key Infrastructure, Server Virtualization, TCP/IP, Wireshark, VCloud, Private Cloud Environment, Network Routers, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Firewalls (Computer Science), SolarWinds (Software), Palo Alto Networks, Data Management, Network Server, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8993852/network-engineer-iii ## About the Role A Bachelor's degree in science and technology related discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, and Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university with 5+ years of experience; Mater's degree and 3+ years of experience. Four years of experience will be accepted in lieu of education. Must possess IAT level II baseline certification such as a CompTIA Security+ Strong background in Microsoft Office tools and Visio Record of success in contributing to the completion of programs and projects; ability to obtain results and make key recommendations Knowledge of communication protocols specifically routing protocols like BGP, OSPF as well as TCP/IP Sound knowledge of network security and control models Experience with Network Security Technologies (e.g. Multiple Domain, PKI, SSP, Vulnerability Assessment) Record of success in contributing to the completion of programs and projects; ability to obtain results and make key recommendations. Good understanding of discipline process, information and data management, configuration control Seasoned communicator with demonstrated record of success in leadership, followership, and working with contract representatives and government sponsors Ability to provide high-level summary of results and draw conclusions based on interpretation of data DoD Security: Position is only open to US Citizens Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility ## Description We're hiring for a Network Engineer III to work in Albuquerque, NM in support of the US Air Force Space Mission. Our network team makes sure satellites can communicate with their ground systems and are responsible for monitoring and support of network infrastructure (Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, SolarWinds, and Identity Services Engine (ISE) authentication) and virtual server environments (private cloud via VMWare Cloud Foundation, servers, storage area networks, and VMware). You should be able to troubleshoot, install, implement and administer network systems. You will also support the cybersecurity team to remediate deficiencies. 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