Network Engineer (Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility Required) - Sign on bonus up to $5,000

Akima, LLC • Honolulu, HI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Akima Systems Engineering is seeking a Network Engineer in Honolulu, Hawaii, to support Command-and-Control Support System (C2S2) networks and the Department of Defense networking architecture. The role designs, implements, maintains, secures, and troubleshoots network technologies and monitoring tools across multiple security-classification enclaves. The engineer works closely with the Senior Network Engineer to provide technical expertise and operational support.

The position supports network installations, updates, upgrades, security validation, access management, service requests, and troubleshooting. It includes preparing technical documentation and operational diagrams, supporting network continuity and compliance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) validations, and reporting monthly to the Contracting Officer's Representative-appointed Technical Assistant. Occasional after-hours and weekend work is required to support service outages. Eligible candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000, based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Meet intermediate proficiency level in accordance with DoDM 8410.03.
• Possess one of the following 8570 IAT-II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP.
• Current Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of DoD network engineering experience or 5 years of total network engineering experience.
• Experience managing Cisco routers and switches.
• Experience managing Cisco Firepower firewalls, Cisco ACI and ISE, Palo Alto firewalls, and F5.
• Experience using SPLUNK, ACAS, and WhatUpGold.
• Experience supporting VMware NSX.
• Some experience using Microsoft Visio.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to carry 40 pounds for installations.
• Ability to work occasional after-hours and weekends to support service outages.
• Any clearance requirements for the position are established by the government contract.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, update, and secure network environments and associated technologies.
• Plan and execute network improvements and upgrades, with documentation supporting project continuity and DISA STIG compliance validations.
• Configure and deploy network devices while minimizing downtime; coordinate authorized scheduled interruptions.
• Prepare after-action reports covering installations, faults, and troubleshooting efforts.
• Perform cable management.
• Collaborate with developers to create ServiceNow workflows for Cisco-based assets.
• Use ACAS to monitor and secure network assets.
• Maintain network and personnel security and manage access control.
• Process service requests and resolve trouble tickets.
• Maintain architectural and operational diagrams to support troubleshooting and continuity of network operations.
• Develop standard operating procedures for setting up and troubleshooting network devices.
• Submit mandatory monthly reports to the COR-appointed Technical Assistant on tasks, projects, device security validations, and other critical metrics.
• Provide occasional after-hours and weekend support for service outages.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for regular full-time and part-time employees.
• Competitive pay.
• Growth opportunities.
• Retirement options.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 for eligible candidates, based on qualifications and relevant experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED