Network Engineer - TS/SCI

About the Role

CTI, a Parsons Company, delivers cutting-edge technology solutions that empower end-users to SEE (Sense, Evaluate, Effect) the invisible battlespace. Our mission is to provide critical capabilities across spectrum operations, communications, cyberspace, information space, human terrain, gray space, geo-intelligence, modeling & simulation, ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), JADC2 (Joint All-Domain Command and Control), covert operations, and more. These integrated solutions drive mission success, close the Kill Chain, and ensure operational superiority.

We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our growing team in Hawaii! In this role, you will design, implement, maintain, and support a robust and secure network infrastructure. As part of our engineering team, you'll help develop scalable, maintainable, and highly available network architectures that support mission-critical operations—while enjoying the unique lifestyle and beauty of Hawaii.

This role requires up to 25% travel, which may include site visits, client meetings, team offsites, or industry events. Travel will be scheduled as needed based on project demands and business priorities.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Participate in customer planning sessions to define networking requirements and solutions.
• Design and implement IPv4 network architectures, including subnetting and address allocation, to support secure and scalable communications.
• Configure and maintain network devices (routers, switches, firewalls) using industry-standard protocols and best practices.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network services and applications on Linux-based systems.
• Assist in designing and implementing approved networking and transport solutions aligned with long-term IS goals.
• Install and configure network equipment; provide support to systems administrators.
• Monitor systems to improve network performance and lead troubleshooting efforts across local and external sites.
• Apply DoD Information Assurance (IA) policies to the design and maintenance of communications solutions.
• Manage and maintain a library of network engineering tools for system testing and diagnostics.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to develop and maintain network standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Maintain current knowledge of networking security best practices and implement them across systems.
• Produce clear documentation for installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and operator usage.
• Contribute technical content and tutorials to product documentation.
• Support Agile workflows (Jira, Confluence, GitLab).
• Provide onsite support in a classified environment (remote work limited to short-duration NIPR with sponsor approval).

Required Clearance

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have an ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI Poly

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of related experience; additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining network architectures, including IPv4 addressing and subnetting.
• Experience configuring, operating, and troubleshooting complex systems and network equipment (TACLANEs, firewalls, routers, switches).
• Proficiency in administering and troubleshooting Linux-based systems in a networked environment.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement subnetting strategies to optimize network performance and security.
• A valid U.S. passport is required for all official travel outside the continental United States (OCONUS).

Desired Skills

• IAT Level I certification (Security+ and relevant OS/CE certification).
• Experience supporting cloud-connected or remote-site communications architectures.
• Familiarity with Agile engineering environments (Jira, Confluence, GitLab).
• Ability to dynamically prioritize tasks in fast-paced operational settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer-facing communication abilities.
• Experience maintaining engineering toolkits for diagnostics and testing.

Pay

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

Benefits

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!