Field Engineer - Junior
About The Position
Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance! This is a hands-on, entry-to-mid-level field role for someone eager to build their skills in network and systems deployment. The Field Technician supports the deployment, configuration, and sustainment of network and systems infrastructure at customer and program sites across the United States. Working alongside senior Field Engineers and Systems Engineers, you'll gain direct experience in real-world deployments while building toward greater independence on site. The role sits within the Strategic Services Division's Engineering Capabilities Group, reporting to the Deputy Program Manager - Technical. This position requires an active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) clearance. This position may require extended on-site assignments of up to 4–6 weeks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
- 1+ years of relevant experience in IT support, field operations, help desk, or systems/network administration (military IT experience welcome)
- Foundational knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching) and basic hands-on experience with network hardware
- Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux administration
- Strong troubleshooting instincts, willingness to learn, and ability to follow technical procedures accurately
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently to field locations throughout the United States, including extended on-site assignments; valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain a passport
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and hold an active Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) clearance
Nice To Haves
- Active Top Secret (TS) clearance
- Certifications such as Security+, Network+, A+, or CCNA (or willingness to obtain within a set timeframe)
- Exposure to virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
- Experience working in secure, classified, or closed network environments
- Familiarity with structured cabling, power distribution, and rack layout practices
- Exposure to secure communications or VTC systems
Responsibilities
- Travel with field teams to customer and program sites nationwide to support installations, deployments, and infrastructure build-outs, including site surveys, rack-and-cable work, and acceptance testing
- Assist with configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure according to established program baselines and documented procedures
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux workstations and servers, including account provisioning, patching, and backup verification, with guidance from senior engineers
- Provide on-site and remote end-user support, resolving hardware, software, mobile device, and peripheral issues, and help deploy imaging and endpoint management tools
- Apply security baselines to deployed systems, maintain accountability for equipment and sensitive material in transit, and follow established change control procedures
- Contribute to as-built documentation, site records, network diagrams, and trip reports, and escalate issues appropriately to senior Field Engineers, Systems Engineers, and program management
Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
