Network Engineering Internship IRES - SSFB

Position Title: Network Engineering Internship

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoD Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties:

The Network Engineering Internship supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

Assist Network Engineers with the following tasks:

• Manage network devices to include account access, ensuring network availability, daily maintenance and sustainment activities, and properly deploying new capabilities as required.
• Troubleshoot basic Network issues. This may include but is not limited to password resets, connectivity issues, and system outages.
• Maintenance of back up and storage systems. This includes performing routine maintenance, backups, and testing system recovery capabilities of network devices.
• Patching and updating systems to maintain a compliant security posture within the MDSEA environment.
• Management and sustainment of virtualized machines and servers.

Information Relay and Communication:

• Effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Relay information between end-users, MDSEA support teams (i.e. Networks, System Engineers, Cyber. Etc.), and other relevant parties. Both verbally and in writing.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for Network Engineer tasks to build continuity for future admins.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor in all interactions, including phone conversations and in-person assistance.

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 1, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
• Must be able to work on-site at the designated area to access systems, provide in-person support, and answer phones.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • The role also requires extended periods of sitting, walking, standing, and occasionally crawling under desks.
• Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal 'teaming' soft skills
• Must be proficient with MS Office
• Must have, or obtain within three months of starting, a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
• Must have, or obtain, an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

This position is expected to pay $20.67/hr; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things that you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

Compensation Details:
$20.67/hr

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
01/30/2026 - 02/05/2026
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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