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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - Active TS/SCI Clearance Required - **Company:** Akima - **Location:** Honolulu, HI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $109,000.0 - $121,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Cisco IOS, Cisco Routers, Cyber Security, Monitoring of Systems, Network Security, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Cisco Nexus Switches, Microsoft PowerPoint, Identity Services Engine, Computer Network Operations, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cisco Firewalls, Firepower, Splunk, Cisco, Servicenow, Vmware - **Published:** June 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8920679/network-engineer-active-tssci-clearance-required ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI clearance. * IAW DoDM 8410.03, must meet intermediate proficiency level. * Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAT-II certifications: + CCNA Security. + CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst). + GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional). + GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials Certification). + Security+ CE. + SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner). * Must have a current Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification. * Minimum High School Diploma/GED. * At least 3 years of DoD network engineering experience or 5 years total network engineering experience. * Must have experience managing Cisco Routers and Switches. * Must have experience managing Cisco firewalls - Firepower. * Must have experience managing Cisco ACI and ISE. * Must have experience managing Palo Alto firewalls. * Must have experience utilizing SPLUNK, ACAS, WhatUpGold. * Must have experience managing F5. * Must have experience supporting VMware NSX. * Have some experience using Microsoft Visio. * Experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc). * Must be able to carry 40 pounds due to installations. * Must be able to work occasional after-hours and weekend work to support service outages. ## Description The Network Engineer is an important contributor to the Command and Control Support System (C2S2) networks, supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) networking architecture. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a broad range of network technologies and monitoring tools across multiple enclaves with varying security classifications. The Network Engineer works closely with the Senior Network Engineer, providing supplementary expertise and operational support., * Responsibilities include maintaining, installing, updating, and securing network environments, working with technologies such as Cisco IOS, Cisco Routers, Layer 2 and Access Layer Switches, Cisco ISE, Firepower, ACI, F5, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, SPLUNK, ACAS, and ServiceNow. The engineer assists in planning and executing network improvements and upgrades, providing essential documentation for project continuity and compliance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) validations. * The role involves configuring and deploying network devices with minimal downtime, coordinating planning for authorized scheduled interruptions, and generating after-action reports detailing installations, faults, and troubleshooting efforts. Additionally, the engineer performs cable management, collaborates with developers to create workflows for Cisco-based assets in ServiceNow, and utilizes ACAS to monitor and secure network assets. * Network Engineers are also responsible for maintaining network and personnel security within the environment, managing access control, processing service requests, and resolving trouble tickets. They maintain architectural and operational diagrams to assist in troubleshooting and the continuity of network operations and develop standard operating procedures to aid in the setup and troubleshooting of network devices. * This position requires occasional after-hours and weekend work to support service outages. 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