Network Engineer

Northstrat is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to provide sustainment support for the network enterprise, ensuring reliable, secure, and optimized network and communications operations. This role supports the design, integration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancement of network and cloud infrastructures in accordance with operational, cybersecurity, and compliance requirements. Responsibilities Maintain and optimize network and communication protocols while integrating new technologies into existing architectures. Perform network and communications engineering support, including design, configuration, implementation, and sustainment activities. Ensure network compliance with DISA STIGs, operational standards, and cybersecurity directives, including performing vendor-recommended software upgrades. Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues, faults, and outages to minimize operational impact. Maintain and support local integration and test networks to validate new configurations and technologies. Integrate network and communications solutions into the broader system architecture to support mission requirements. Develop detailed design documentation for new or upgraded network architectures. Requirements Must have an active US government secret clearance with the ability to be about to obtain a TS/SCI clearance At least 3–7 years of experience in network engineering, administration, or sustainment roles. Hands-on experience with enterprise network infrastructure including Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls. Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance analysis tools. Familiarity with DISA STIGs, DoD cybersecurity requirements, and compliance processes. Experience supporting ISP circuits, WAN connectivity, and IPSec VPN tunnels. Experience with Layer 3 routing protocols, including EIGRP and BGP. CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) compliant with DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II requirements. Desired Qualifications Preferred TS/SCI clearance Experience in government or DoD network environments. Relevant industry certifications, such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP. Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or similar platforms). Benefits Work/Life Balance Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning. Pay Range There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details. Flex Time …