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Network Engineer (Intermediate)

CompanyCompQsoft, Inc.
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 27, 2026
About The Company
CompQsoft is a customer-centric digital platform and IT services company. We empower organizations across industries and technology verticals to leverage Software Development & Engineering, Unified Communication, Cloud, Data & Analytics, Application Modernization, Cybersecurity, Network Management, RPA and Automation, and next-gen technologies like generative AI to drive innovation and transform their businesses. For 25 years, we have been dedicated to helping clients maximize their technology investments and achieve superior business outcomes. Our expertise spans: • Public Sector (Government) - Federal agencies, including the Department of Defense and state and local governments. • Private (Commercial IT) - Startups, Small & Medium (SMBs) and Enterprises. We help businesses integrate design, software engineering, and agile delivery capabilities to produce business outcomes and drive innovation. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, CompQsoft operates engineering centers worldwide, extending the benefits of our true global presence to customers across industries. We are ISO 9001:2008, 27001:2005, 20000:2005 & CMMI Level 3 certified company. For more details, please visit: https://compqsoft.com/
About the Role

Description

Title: Network Engineer Intermediate

Location; Fort Meade MD

Clearance: DOD Secret or Higher

Certification: IAT Level 2  

Requirements

  

CompQsoft is seeking a Network Engineer (Intermediate) to  join our DISA program team in Fort Meade, MD. This is an exciting key position providing Gateway Engineering Support which provides  end-to-end engineering solutions for DISN projects. 

The Gateway projects includes, all variants of DoD Enterprise Classified  Travel Kit (DECTK) gateways, Senior National Leadership Communications  (SNLC), Internet  and cloud gateways, customer interface gateways, and Satellite Communications  Gateways. The engineer must have a high  level of knowledge and experience in the current and planned gateways in the  DISN core and DISN customer gateways including unclassified and classified voice,  video, data, endpoints, and encryption devices.

As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for  engineering, testing, implementing, and providing Tier III support for all  Gateway initiatives ensuring mission success.

Responsibilities (include, but not limited to): 


· Design, build, test, implement and maintain  Gateway engineering solutions

· Design engineering enhancements and develop  engineering change requests

· Analyze existing and planned gateway solutions and  architectures and make recommendations

· Configure Cisco routers, switches, firewalls,  voice gateways, unified communication managers

· Utilize advance security devices including High  Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE), crypto ignition keys and  SIPRNet hard tokens

· Apply system patches, security patches and third-party  updates in order to maintain systems at a high level of performance, availability,  and security. 

· Write test plans, conduct testing, and deliver  test reports

· Develop detailed implementation plans,  configuration guides and other technical documentation

· Deliver timely resolution and document  troubleshooting procedures in order to mitigate impact of issues and improve  infrastructure performance

· Perform incident response tasks and services  restoration

· Provide engineering support to mitigate IA  findings 

· Provide support to the Automation Team

· Provide on-call Tier III support as needed.

Experience/Qualifications: 


· DoD and/or Government program experience  preferred; DISA experience a plus

· Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a  related field

· 5+ years IP network design experience to  include Routing/Switching, IPSEC VPNs, Firewalls

· testing/troubleshooting network traffic

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools;  specifically, PowerPoint, Word & Excel

· Excellent communication, effective leadership,  and interpersonal skills


Key Skills
Network EngineeringCisco RoutersCisco SwitchesFirewallsVoice GatewaysUnified Communication ManagersHAIPEIPSEC VPNsRoutingSwitchingNetwork TroubleshootingSystem PatchingTechnical DocumentationIncident ResponseDISNEncryption Devices
Categories
TechnologyEngineeringSecurity & SafetyGovernment & Public Sector
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Network Engineer will design, implement, and maintain gateway engineering solutions while providing Tier III support for DISN projects. Responsibilities include configuring network hardware, applying security patches, and developing technical documentation to ensure mission success.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$90,000 - $110,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
266
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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