**Network Engineer III** **Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD** **Type:** Contract-to-Hire **Category:** Engineer **Industry:** Government **Reference ID:** JN -012025-92452 **Date Posted:** 03/24/2025 **Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/QArXl5 + Description + Recommended Jobs **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. _Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance._ Rate: $65 - $75 / hr. w2 **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. **Experience Requirements:** + **6+ years of tactical network engineering experience** in a military or similar environments. + **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. **Education Requirements:** + **Bachelor’s degree** in Engineering, Testing, or a related field. + **Demonstrated expertise** in network design and integration. + **Relevant certifications** (e.g., Cisco CCNP or similar) are preferred. _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._ _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._ _Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com._ _About Eliassen Group:_ _Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._ _Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._ _Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_