IT Network Engineer - Albuquerque, NM

VetJobs•Albuquerque, NM

1d•$71,500 - $150,200•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking an experienced IT Network Engineer to support mission-critical communications and network infrastructure across dynamic operational environments. The position designs, installs, configures, and maintains networking and communications systems, ensures compliance with DoD standards, and contributes to a collaborative technical team. It supports operational readiness through site surveys, capability analyses, engineering documentation, and coordination of system upgrades with cross-functional teams. The role supports critical national security missions and involves travel of up to 25% within the continental United States. The position is on-site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and requires an active Top Secret clearance.

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 communication infrastructure.
Conduct site surveys and capability analyses for Operations Centers (OC).
Verify compliance with established 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 (NTP) accuracy and timing synchronization.
Contribute effectively within a team environment and support mission-driven engineering tasks.