Job Requirements
Remote
Secret Polygraph not specified
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$125,000 - $175,000
Job Description
Senior Network Engineer (Tactical / Transport / SATCOM Integration)
Location: United States
Work Type: Remote
Remote Work: Yes
Job Description
GridironIT is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to work on a remote basis. The Senior Network Engineer designs, integrates, and sustains tactical and enterprise communications networks supporting Army and joint operations. This role focuses on hands-on engineering of transport, routing, and network services across RF, SATCOM, and terrestrial systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement tactical and strategic communications networks, including DISN/GIG integration
Engineer routing, switching, and transport solutions across deployed and lab environments
Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and network services
Develop and validate network architectures for adjacent, higher, lower, and coalition forces
Integrate voice, video, and data systems (VoIP, Call Manager, tactical voice systems)
Support SATCOM and LOS/BLOS transport integration into IP networks
Perform network performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization
Conduct protocol analysis using tools such as Wireshark and network sniffers
Support lab environments, fielding efforts, and operational troubleshooting
Develop network diagrams, configurations, and technical documentation
Support test events, exercises, and field deployments
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
7–12+ years of network engineering experience
Strong expertise in:
Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Multicast)
LAN/WAN, VLANs, network segmentation
Cisco technologies (IOS/NXOS, ASA, ISE, UCS)
Experience with tactical communications networks (WIN-T or similar)
Experience integrating SATCOM and RF transport into IP networks
Hands-on troubleshooting in lab and field environments
Active Directory and virtualization (VMware) familiarity
Desired Certifications
CCNP (CCIE preferred)
Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570 compliance)
Travel
Up to 20–30% (fielding, exercises, integration events)
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $125,000 - $175,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity 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.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
Location: United States
Work Type: Remote
Remote Work: Yes
Job Description
GridironIT is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to work on a remote basis. The Senior Network Engineer designs, integrates, and sustains tactical and enterprise communications networks supporting Army and joint operations. This role focuses on hands-on engineering of transport, routing, and network services across RF, SATCOM, and terrestrial systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement tactical and strategic communications networks, including DISN/GIG integration
Engineer routing, switching, and transport solutions across deployed and lab environments
Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and network services
Develop and validate network architectures for adjacent, higher, lower, and coalition forces
Integrate voice, video, and data systems (VoIP, Call Manager, tactical voice systems)
Support SATCOM and LOS/BLOS transport integration into IP networks
Perform network performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization
Conduct protocol analysis using tools such as Wireshark and network sniffers
Support lab environments, fielding efforts, and operational troubleshooting
Develop network diagrams, configurations, and technical documentation
Support test events, exercises, and field deployments
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
7–12+ years of network engineering experience
Strong expertise in:
Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Multicast)
LAN/WAN, VLANs, network segmentation
Cisco technologies (IOS/NXOS, ASA, ISE, UCS)
Experience with tactical communications networks (WIN-T or similar)
Experience integrating SATCOM and RF transport into IP networks
Hands-on troubleshooting in lab and field environments
Active Directory and virtualization (VMware) familiarity
Desired Certifications
CCNP (CCIE preferred)
Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570 compliance)
Travel
Up to 20–30% (fielding, exercises, integration events)
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $125,000 - $175,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity 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.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
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