IT Network Engineer - Albuquerque, NM

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking an experienced IT Network Engineering professional to support mission-critical communications and network infrastructure across operational environments. The role involves designing, installing, configuring, and maintaining networking and communications systems in compliance with DoD standards. The engineer supports operational readiness through site surveys, capability analyses, engineering documentation, and coordination of system upgrades with cross-functional teams. The position supports national security missions and uses advanced networking technologies. The role is based onsite in Albuquerque, New Mexico, requires an active Top Secret clearance, and may require up to 25% travel within the continental United States. The proposed salary range is $71,500–$150,200.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
Active Top Secret clearance.
6–8 years of demonstrated experience supporting DoD or other federal agencies in a network engineering capacity.
DoD 8140 Level II Certification.
Experience running manual STIG checklists and applying appropriate remediation actions.

Nice To Haves

10+ years supporting mobile tactical networks for OCONUS-deployed DoD personnel.
Cisco Networking Certifications, such as CCNA or higher.
Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Install and configure communications and networking systems, including LANs, WANs, deployable networks supporting satellite terminals, telephony, and VTC systems.
Integrate network equipment across transportable, mobile, and fixed-site operations centers.
Install and configure routers, switches, and firewalls; terminate network cabling and implement communications infrastructure.
Conduct site surveys and capability analyses for Operations Centers.
Verify compliance with installation standards and engineering best practices.
Design and implement networking and communications suite equipment.
Develop technical documentation, including drawings, user guides, rack elevations, pin-outs, test plans, procedures, and maintenance manuals.
Collaborate with development and test teams to support system upgrades and testing cycles.
Configure and verify Network Time Protocol accuracy and timing synchronization.
Contribute within a team environment and support mission-driven engineering tasks.