Network Engineer JR

ActioNet is seeking a Network Engineer JR  to join our team. Responsible for assisting Senior and Journeyman Network Engineers in designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining secure and reliable data networks, conducting site surveys and assessments, supporting RMF and network management activities, and ensuring installations meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Takes direction and perform tasks in support of Journeyman and Senior Network Engineers. Assists with developing designs, configurations, and implementations of data networks based on customers' performance and specifications.
• Conducts site surveys and network assessments to determine the best hardware and software components for network upgrades to ensure networks are reliable, efficient, and secure.
• Supports preliminary and final SPRIP development. Supports systems pre-tests and acceptance tests to validate the designed performance criteria.
• Ensures installations are performed within safety standards and work site conditions (cleanliness), including restoration of the site to original or better condition.
• Has working knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP). Supports RMF artifacts such as topology/data flow diagrams, hardware/software lists, STIG checklists, ports/protocols/services, and POA&Ms.
• Supports design and implementation of secure networks, systems, and application architectures.
• Supports network management such as SNMP, SYSLOG, and orchestration.
• Supports LOM to capture all major components and installation materials to ensure successful deployment of systems.
• Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
• Assists the O&M team in troubleshooting network-related issues post-deployment of the new systems.
• Supports senior roles in gathering and analyzing system requirements to design and implement network solutions that are secure and scalable.
• Possesses and applies knowledge on multiple complex work assignments.
• Supports local Communication Squadron and/or regional cybersecurity teams to configure, turn up, and cutover new deployments.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Degree: Technical BA/BS;
• Experience: 3 years with bachelors degree;

Commensurate: High School diploma or associate degree with a minimum 5 years performing as a Network Engineer on large, complex programs;

• Specific Skills: Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio); demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with their team and customers;
• Certification(s): CCNA or equivalent; CompTIA Security+;
• Clearance: Secret

About ActioNet

ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT solutions provider with 25+ years of stellar performance. Our expertise spans Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cybersecurity, and IT Managed Services.

With a 98% customer retention rate, ActioNet is proud to be named a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years (2014–2024).

Why ActioNet?

At ActioNet, our Passion for Quality is at the heart of everything we do:

Commitment to Employees: A great place to work with ongoing investment in our people.

Commitment to Customers: Driving and sustaining service delivery excellence.

Commitment to Community: Giving back and building a better world for future generations.

What’s in It for You?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Education and Professional Training
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Recognition and Referral Programs
• Employee Assistance & Identity Theft Protection
• Equal Opportunity Statement

ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.