JANUS Research Group

Tactical Network Engineer - Fort Bragg

JANUS Research Group$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Testing, or related field.
  • 6+ years of tactical network engineering experience in a military or similar environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in network design and integration.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP) preferred.
  • Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Design, plan, install, integrate, and maintain tactical and strategic communications networks.
  • Collaborate with users to gather requirements for network solutions from Operational Need Statements.
  • Develop network architecture for various military and allied units.
  • Lead the engineering design and integration of the WIN-T network.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation and reports.
  • Provide technical support in PM TN equipment labs, developing network configurations.
  • Leverage virtualization and storage technologies from industry vendors.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth through training and development.
  • Comprehensive health and welfare plans available.
  • Financial products included in the benefits package.
  • Referral bonus program offered.
  • Employee awards and recognition available.
Full Job Description
Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Job Title: Network Engineer III

Security Clearance: Secret

Education Requirement:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field.

Experience Requirement:
  • A minimum of six (6) years of related tactical network engineering experience.
  • A Bachelor's degree can be substituted with an additional five (5) years of related experience performing tactical network engineering functions.

Location: Fort Bragg

Job Description:

We are looking for a skilled Network Engineer III to join our dynamic team. This role is essential for the design, integration, and maintenance of tactical and strategic communication networks that support military operations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in network engineering and be capable of delivering high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Network Design & Installation: Design, plan, install, integrate, and maintain backbone core-area tactical and strategic communications networks, including elements of the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) and the Global Information Grid (GIG).
  • Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with users and stakeholders to gather requirements from Operational Need Statements and Capability Production Documents (CPD) for Army tactical communications systems, translating these into standards-based, cost-efficient technical solutions.
  • Architecture Development: Develop network architecture for adjacent, higher, and lower units, as well as for allied nations, other government agencies, and commercial service interfaces.
  • Engineering & Integration: Lead the engineering design, development, integration, installation, operation, and maintenance of the WIN-T network. Support the integration of Data/Voice/Video/Telephony within the Tactical Network.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and maintain technical documentation, assist in the development of technical requirements, specifications, plans, and reports. Conduct independent assessments and provide systems engineering support.
  • Technical Support: Provide technical support in PM TN equipment labs and develop network configurations and products. Assist with technology insertion testing related to emerging PM TN Networks requirements and capabilities.
  • Virtualization & Storage Technologies: Leverage knowledge of virtualization and storage technologies from vendors such as VMware, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, Dell, HP, and others.
  • Cisco Systems Expertise: Utilize Cisco IOS and NXOS, Cisco ISE, Cisco UCS Networking and Configuration, and Cisco ASA. Apply routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, RIP, and EIGRP, with proficiency in multicast, LANs, and VLANs.


Required Expertise:
  • Military Network Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of current and future tactical and strategic military communications networks, including the underlying architecture, protocols, security, network management, and physics.
  • Technical Proficiency: Experience with network design, integration, and troubleshooting, particularly within military environments.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex network issues and develop effective technical solutions.
  • Team Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of tactical network engineering experience in a military or similar environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in network design and integration.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP or similar) are preferred.

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work

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