Network Engineer IV

Akima, LLC • Albuquerque, NM

2d • Remote

About The Position

Akima is seeking a Network Engineer IV serves as a senior technical resource responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, security, and operational support of enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This position provides Tier III support and subject matter expertise for complex LAN/WAN/WLAN, VoIP environments in support of mission-critical federal systems. The Network Engineer III leads troubleshooting efforts, engineers scalable network solutions, ensures compliance with federal security mandates, and contributes to modernization initiatives including cloud integration and software-defined networking (SDN).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of progressive network engineering experience.
• 3+ years supporting large-scale enterprise network environments.
• Experience providing Tier III or equivalent advanced support.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco or equivalent enterprise networking platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain large-scale enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN environments.
• Engineer solutions utilizing BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, VPN, SD-WAN, SASE, and Zero Trust architectures.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, configuration documentation, and operating procedures.
• Provide architecture recommendations for network modernization initiatives.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network outages.
• Respond to and resolve high-priority incidents impacting mission-critical systems.
• Perform performance analysis, capacity planning, and network optimization.
• Escalate and coordinate with Tier IV/vendor support as required.
• Utilize enterprise monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, SNMP-based platforms) to monitor performance and availability.
• Produce weekly/monthly network statistics and utilization reports.
• Conduct performance threshold analysis and recommend infrastructure upgrades.
• Prepare and maintain:
• Network diagrams.
• SOPs.
• Cabling diagrams.
• Configuration baselines.
• Change documentation.
• Ensure all changes follow formal configuration management procedures.

Benefits

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level