Posted 3 weeks ago
Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$100,000 - $122,000
Occasional travel
IT - Networking
Colorado Springs, CO (On-Site/Office)
IDR is seeking a Network Engineer to join one of our top defense clients in Colorado Springs, CO. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to lead critical network integration, deployment, and upgrade initiatives that directly support national defense operations. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, technically strong, and eager to take on diverse challenges in a fast-paced environment. If you’re ready to contribute to impactful projects and work within a collaborative, mission-driven culture, please apply today!
Position Overview / Responsibilities for the Network Engineer:
• Lead the planning, deployment, integration, and testing of network upgrades across operational sites.
• Travel to remote locations—including Schriever Space Force Base, Alaska, Guam, and Europe—to perform network installations, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Provide detailed status updates to program personnel and stakeholders throughout the deployment lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient network solutions.
• Work under general direction, ensuring results meet operational and program objectives.
Required Experience for the Network Engineer:
• Hands-on experience with DoD integration processes, Agile and DevOps methodologies, and automated test tools.
• Proven ability to adapt quickly within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Experience applying broad principles, theories, and concepts to deliver creative and thorough solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to represent the organization and provide solutions to difficult technical issues.
Technical Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of network design, development, and testing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Proficiency in network traffic analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Expertise with firewalls such as Juniper, Fortinet, and Palo Alto.
• Working knowledge of UDP multicast, SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE Tunnels, and TCP/IP network design.
• Experience with multi-vendor switching and routing (Juniper, Cisco), WAN optimizers, TACLANEs, and optical transport equipment.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office products, particularly PowerPoint and Visio, for documentation and presentations.
• A collaborative mindset, thriving in agile and team-oriented environments.
Education & Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology; or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience, or 3+ years with a related Master’s degree.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• DoD 8570 Certification: IAT Level II.
What’s in it for you?
• Competitive compensation: $100,000 – $122,000/year
• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!
• Opportunity to work with a leading defense and aerospace organization
• Collaborative, high-impact, and mission-driven culture
Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 Major Markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row
Position Overview / Responsibilities for the Network Engineer:
• Lead the planning, deployment, integration, and testing of network upgrades across operational sites.
• Travel to remote locations—including Schriever Space Force Base, Alaska, Guam, and Europe—to perform network installations, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Provide detailed status updates to program personnel and stakeholders throughout the deployment lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient network solutions.
• Work under general direction, ensuring results meet operational and program objectives.
Required Experience for the Network Engineer:
• Hands-on experience with DoD integration processes, Agile and DevOps methodologies, and automated test tools.
• Proven ability to adapt quickly within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Experience applying broad principles, theories, and concepts to deliver creative and thorough solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to represent the organization and provide solutions to difficult technical issues.
Technical Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of network design, development, and testing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Proficiency in network traffic analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Expertise with firewalls such as Juniper, Fortinet, and Palo Alto.
• Working knowledge of UDP multicast, SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE Tunnels, and TCP/IP network design.
• Experience with multi-vendor switching and routing (Juniper, Cisco), WAN optimizers, TACLANEs, and optical transport equipment.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office products, particularly PowerPoint and Visio, for documentation and presentations.
• A collaborative mindset, thriving in agile and team-oriented environments.
Education & Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology; or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience, or 3+ years with a related Master’s degree.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• DoD 8570 Certification: IAT Level II.
What’s in it for you?
• Competitive compensation: $100,000 – $122,000/year
• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!
• Opportunity to work with a leading defense and aerospace organization
• Collaborative, high-impact, and mission-driven culture
Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 Major Markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row
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