Network Engineer III (26-117)

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Who is Trace3 ? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the "big picture." We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The "Stuff" it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it's due and demonstrate transparency. We "bring the weather" by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures - not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. JOB SUMMARY: The Network Engineer III will support the implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure for the program. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable connectivity across LAN/WAN environments while collaborating with senior engineers on network design and optimization. The ideal candidate brings strong networking fundamentals and a hands-on approach to supporting production environments. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Configure and maintain network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls from vendors such as Cisco and Juniper Networks. Monitor network performance and availability, proactively identifying and resolving connectivity, latency, and packet loss issues. Implement and support core networking technologies including VLANs, routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, and basic network security controls. Troubleshoot network incidents across LAN/WAN environments, performing root cause analysis and documenting resolutions. Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support network changes, upgrades, and infrastructure projects. Travel to remote locations to lead and perform network installations, independently perform troubleshooting, and provide status updates to program personnel. Support critical activities outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed. Perform additional tasks as required by the program. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Must be a US Citizen and maintain a valid US passport. Must possess a CCNA or JNCIA certification or be willing to attain within 60 days of starting Proven network engineering experience with hands-on knowledge of network design, development, and testing methodologies. Understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, and routing protocols including BGP and OSPF. Experience with network traffic analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting. Hands-on firewall experience, specifically with Juniper, Fortinet, and Palo Alto technologies. Experience with UDP multicast, SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE tunnels, and TCP/IP network designs. Hands-on experience with multi-vendor switching and routing environments including Juniper and Cisco platforms, WAN optimizers, TACLANEs, and optical transport equipment. Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office products, especially PowerPoint and Visio. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with Foundation, NSX, vSAN, and Aria technologies. Experience with network automation using Ansible. Understanding of standard DoD security practices including STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts. Prior experience supporting the program. EDUCATION: Bachelors with 5+ or Master with 3+ Years of Experience LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Colorado Springs, CO CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Secret DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II within 30 days of start SALARY RANGE: $120,000 to $145,000 PHYSICAL DEMANDS: T

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