Network Engineer - Must have Secret Clearance

Who Are We?

TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business

providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and

defense agencies. Built upon our Total Service - Total Commitment® cornerstone,

TSTC takes pride in our commitment to delivering excellence. Total Service -

Total Commitment® is our commitment to our employees, to our teams, and to our

clients.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking a knowledgeable Network Engineer to design, implement, and

maintain network infrastructure. You will be responsible for ensuring high

availability, security, and optimal performance of our LAN/WAN systems, routers,

firewalls, and switches. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot complex

connectivity issues, manage system upgrades, and collaborate with IT teams to

support business objectives.

* Demonstrated experience developing network standards, conceptual/logical

designs, business cases, ROI analyses, and requirements documentation.

* Proven track record conducting market research, trade studies,

proofs-of-concept, and technology evaluations/insertions in complex

environments.

* Experience maintaining EOL tracking, refresh planning, and BOM development.

* Hands-on involvement in stakeholder collaboration, requirements gathering,

and presenting architectural recommendations for approval.

* Deep expertise in enterprise networking technologies (routing, switching,

SD-WAN, wireless, security, cloud/hybrid connectivity, etc.).

* Strong understanding of network security principles, interoperability

resiliency, availability, and compliance frameworks

* Proficiency in documentation tools and standards (e.g., SDDs, AoA, trade

study reports).

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Basic Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.

* 2–5+ years of experience in network administration or engineering.

* Strong knowledge of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, VLANs).

* Certifications such as CCNA or CCNP are highly desirable.

* Strong knowledge of network engineering with a focus on network automation.

* Strong knowledge of networking protocols, such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP,

MPLS, and VLANs.

* Proficiency in network automation and orchestration tools, such as Ansible,

NetBox, or SaltStack.

* Hands-on experience with SDN technologies such as Cisco ACI or VMware NSX.

* Expertise in programming languages, such as Python, JavaScript, or Ruby, for

scripting and automation purposes.

* Experience with API integration and RESTful services for interacting with

network devices and platforms.

* Knowledge of network monitoring and performance tools, such as SolarWinds,

Nagios, or PRTG.

* Familiarity with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP

* Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices,

including firewalls, VPNs, and access control.

* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to

troubleshoot complex network issues.

* Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work

effectively with cross-functional teams.

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a

fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Security Clearance And Where You'll Work:

* Applicants selected must be a U.S. Citizen.

* Candidates must have a least a Secret Clearance to be considered.

* This position is hybrid and requires at least two days per week on site.

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$90,000 - $160,000 a year

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Benefits

at TSTC

Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Includes personal and team merit bonuses, with

salary matching for 401(k) up to 3%.

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, plus

HSA and FSA options. 100% TSTC-paid life and disability insurance, including

short- and long-term plans.

Flexible Work Options – Remote work allowed, flexible schedules, and telework

opportunities. (varies per position)

Paid Time Off & Holidays – Generous PTO, birthday PTO, and paid holidays.

Professional Development – Continuous performance evaluation process… Dedicated

annual budget for educational opportunities.

Comprehensive Wellness Programs - confidential employee assistance program

(EAP). Wellness Resource Group and wellness programs throughout the year.

All TSTC employees operate according to the terms of the specific contract under

which they work. They are responsible for fulfilling the duties of the specific

job and are accountable for complying with the terms and conditions of their

employment, the TSTC Code of Conduct, and with applicable federal, state and

local laws.

As TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we follow current Federal

Discrimination Laws and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant

for employment. TSTC does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for

employment due to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed,

age, sex, disability, veteran status and liability for service in the U.S. Armed

Forces or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us

at [email protected] [[email protected]] or call us at (276) 496-4458.