Network Engineer - Level 3
Quick Summary
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology,
Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Network Engineer – Level 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB) in Colorado Springs, CO.
The TASD contract is seeking a Principal Network Engineer – Level 3 to configure, maintain, patch, STIG, troubleshoot and install network related hardware to include devices such as HP Aruba Network Switches. The successful candidate will also provide support for engineering new networking solutions for the network. This position will involve working with the Cyber Security team performing STIG checks, addressing deficiencies, remediating findings and hardening systems.
- Evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with DISA STIGs
- Implement advanced network security hardening techniques, including Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) isolation, Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) segmentation, and Control-Plane Policing (CoPP).
- Prioritize and execute tasks and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.
- Create and work within schedules and timelines.
Requirements
~1 min read- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in STEM and 3 years of related experience, or 1 year with a PhD.; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree.
- Experience configuring/maintaining Networking Hardware (ex: Switch, Router, Firewall, etc....)
- Experience with network automation tools (Ansible)
- Applicants must have a current active Security+ Certification with Continuing Education (CE) or equivalent certification under DoD 8570.01-M
- Applicants must have the ability to lift at least 35 lbs. periodically throughout the day
Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs. - Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start.
- Experience with DoD STIGs
- Experience with network simulation tools (GNS3, EVE-NG)
- Experience with Aruba CX OS
- Experience with hardware-based Firewalls
- Experience in Virtualization technology (VMWare)
- Experience working with vendors to expedite installations and repairs to ensure maximum up time
- Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles
Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, DevSecOps concepts
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $94,200–$141,200 a year
- 18% below the $143,501 median for Network Engineer jobs on Jobera (294 salaries).
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- November 7, 2026
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