WAN Engineer

Vets Hired

$80K — $95K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of IT experience or 7+ years of relevant experience.
  • Deep understanding of network security and threats.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft server installation and Active Directory management.
  • Hands-on experience designing and troubleshooting enterprise WAN infrastructures.
  • Expertise in routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS.
  • CCNP certification is mandatory.
  • ITIL Foundation certification is required or obtainable soon after hire.
  • DoD Secret security clearance or ability to attain an Interim Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Design and engineer enterprise WAN architectures.
  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot IP/MPLS backbone networks.
  • Implement and manage various routing protocols including BGP and OSPF.
  • Analyze network performance and resolve performance-related issues.
  • Manage Quality of Service configurations and troubleshoot QoS problems.
  • Develop comprehensive network performance and security reports.
  • Support planning and upgrades for data center hardware and software.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and certifications.
  • Engagement in a variety of projects through local and global deployments.
  • Supportive work culture with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Access to ongoing training and briefing sessions.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Job Summary

The WAN Engineer is responsible for designing, engineering, implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting enterprise Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure. The role focuses on IP/MPLS networks, advanced routing protocols, network performance, Quality of Service, LAN/WAN operations, and data center networking. The position also supports network modernization, technical documentation, reporting, briefings, training, and network operations and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and engineer enterprise WAN architectures.
  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot IP/MPLS backbone networks.
  • Implement and manage BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and EIGRP routing protocols.
  • Analyze network performance and identify performance issues.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Quality of Service (QoS), including policing, shaping, and queuing.
  • Develop network bandwidth, performance, and security reports.
  • Support data center hardware and software planning, upgrades, and deployments.
  • Provide LAN, WAN, and general networking support.
  • Provide technical operations and maintenance support.
  • Prepare technical documentation and reports.
  • Support meetings, briefings, and functional training.
  • Support CONUS/OCONUS deployments and travel as required.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5+ years of relevant IT experience, or 7+ years of relevant IT experience.
  • Strong understanding of network threats and network security.
  • Experience with Microsoft server installation, Active Directory, storage, performance management, and maintenance.
  • Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise WAN architectures.
  • Experience with BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS.
  • CCNP certification required.
  • ITIL Foundation certification required or obtainable within the specified period.
  • DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance.


Working Place:

Sumter, South Carolina, United States

Company :

2026 Sept 10th Virtual IT/Cyber - SMS Data Products

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