DescriptionMarkon is seeking a Network Engineer Level 1 to support the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure for the Fort Meade Customer. This role supports network operations and engineering activities involving routers, switches, VLANs, and TCP/IP-based networks. The position is responsible for ensuring reliable network performance through hands-on support of network hardware, cabling, configuration management, and infrastructure deployments.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and related hardware
- Support network deployments, upgrades, and technology refresh efforts
- Perform network configuration and troubleshooting activities utilizing Cisco IOS and related technologies
- Configure and maintain VLANs, TCP/IP networking, Ethernet services, and network routing protocols
- Support equipment installation, racking, stacking, cabling, and hardware integration activities
- Monitor network performance and resolve connectivity, configuration, and operational issues
- Assist with network documentation, diagrams, and configuration management activities
- Coordinate with engineering and operations teams to support network availability and reliability
- Support system testing, implementation, and operational readiness activities
- Ensure compliance with established network and security standards
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with ths customer
- Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required
- Five (5) years of network engineering experience required
- IAT Level I certification required (e.g., Security+ CE, Network+, or equivalent DoD 8570-compliant certification)
- Experience with Cisco networking technologies and Cisco IOS
- Experience configuring and supporting VLANs, switches, routers, and TCP/IP networks
- Experience with network installation, racking, stacking, and cabling activities
- Strong understanding of Ethernet networking and network configuration principles
- Experience troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Cisco certifications (CCNA or higher) preferred
- Network+ certification preferred if not used to satisfy IAT requirements
Salary RangeUSD $100,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
