Network Engineer

The Opportunity
NTS is seeking a Network Engineer with experience supporting networked video systems to design, configure, deploy, troubleshoot, and sustain network infrastructure across enterprise, edge, and field environments. The Network Engineer will support LAN/WAN infrastructure, routing and switching, network security, connectivity, and related systems, with additional responsibility for supporting video and video-over-IP capabilities.
The position will support U.S. Department of State (DoS) requirements in domestic and overseas (OCONUS) locations where network reliability, security, and operational readiness are essential.

Key Responsibilities (Principal Duties and Accountabilities *Essential Functions)

• Design, configure, install, integrate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain LAN/WAN network infrastructure and associated network services.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routing and switching equipment, network hardware, and related software.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewalls, VPNs, and network security technologies, including Cisco ASA/CSF, OpenVPN, and comparable solutions.
• Provide technical support for network connectivity, performance, availability, and reliability across enterprise, edge, data center, and field environments.
• Support the integration, deployment, troubleshooting, and sustainment of networked video systems, including video-over-IP and video distribution technologies.
• Troubleshoot network and video connectivity, configuration, performance, and interoperability issues and implement effective solutions.
• Perform system integration, testing, verification, validation, installation, and deployment activities for network and related systems.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, as-built documentation, configurations, test procedures, and other technical documentation.
• Support data center networking, infrastructure, hardware, connectivity, and applicable security controls.
• Support cellular, satellite, Starlink/Starshield, and other communications technologies as required.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, and technical team members to resolve network and system integration issues.
• Support domestic and OCONUS installations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and field deployments as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and mission requirements.

• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Clearance Eligibility: must be able to obtain and maintain a US Security clearance which requires US Citizenship

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  Equivalent combinations of education, technical certifications, and relevant professional experience may be considered where permitted by contract requirements.

Required Skills, Experience & Abilities

• 5+ years of relevant experience in network engineering, network administration, systems integration, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with network infrastructure, including Cisco routing and switching technologies.
• Strong working knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, LAN/WAN technologies, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting firewalls and VPN technologies, including Cisco ASA/CSF, OpenVPN, or comparable solutions.
• Experience supporting networked video systems, video-over-IP, video distribution, or related video technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting network connectivity, performance, configuration, and interoperability issues.
• Working knowledge of network security principles and secure network configurations.
• Experience supporting system installation, integration, testing, verification, validation, and sustainment.
• Ability to read, create, and maintain network diagrams, as-built documentation, configurations, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with cellular and satellite communications technologies.
• Familiarity with Starlink/Starshield or comparable satellite network connectivity.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary technical team.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances and program-specific access approvals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Government or Department of State environments.
• Experience with video-over-IP, multicast, streaming, encoding/decoding, or video distribution technologies.
• Familiarity with network monitoring, diagnostic, and management tools.
• Familiarity with network encryption and secure communications technologies.
• Experience supporting data center operations and enterprise network environments.
• Experience with cellular carriers, satellite communications, or other remote connectivity solutions.
• Experience with Starlink/Starshield deployments or similar satellite communications technologies.
• Experience supporting domestic and OCONUS field deployments.
• Ability to work in laboratory, office, data center, government, and field environments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Capable of lifting and moving information technology equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends as job duties demand
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Professional office environment with standard office equipment (computers, phones, printers).
• Frequent interaction with clients, executives, and government officials in both in-person and virtual settings.
• Regular travel to customer sites, government facilities, and industry events.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and responsiveness.
• Work may occasionally be performed in secure government facilities, requiring adherence to security protocols.
• This position may involve travel to government test sites, training ranges, and operational locations, including potential OCONUS destinations for short periods of time.
• Work may be conducted in laboratory, workshop, office, and field environments with varying conditions.