Network Engineer III (26-098/26-115)
Trace3•Colorado Springs, CO
•$105,000 - $125,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Network Engineer III supports the implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure for the program. This role ensures reliable connectivity across LAN/WAN environments and collaborates with senior engineers on network design and optimization. The position requires strong networking fundamentals and a hands-on approach to supporting production environments.
Requirements
- CCNA or JNCIA certification required within 30 days of start
- Hands-on experience with network design, development, and testing methodologies
- Understanding of OSI Model and TCP/IP
- Experience with routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF
- Network traffic analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting skills
- Firewall experience (Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto)
- Experience with UDP multicast, SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE tunnels, and TCP/IP network designs
- Experience with multi-vendor routing and switching (Cisco, Juniper), WAN optimization, TACLANEs, and optical transport equipment
- Strong communication skills, including writing and presentation using Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Visio)
Nice To Haves
- CCNP or JNCIP Certification
- NSX, vSAN, and Aria Experience
- Network automation using Ansible
- Understand standard DOD security practices such as, STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts.
Responsibilities
- Support implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure
- Configure and maintain routers, switches, and firewalls across multi-vendor environments (e.g., Cisco, Juniper)
- Monitor network performance and availability; identify and resolve connectivity, latency, and packet loss issues
- Implement and support VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and basic network security controls
- Troubleshoot LAN/WAN network incidents; perform root cause analysis and document resolutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network changes, upgrades, and infrastructure projects
- Travel to remote locations to lead network installations and perform independent troubleshooting
- Provide status updates to program personnel
- Support activities outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
- Perform additional tasks as required by the program
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
