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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

Network Engineer

Kirtland, NM

Contract

Onsite

Mid Level

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. They are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support the Air Force Special Operations Command by organizing, installing, and maintaining classified networks within the training program's environment.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Organize, install, and maintain discrete classified networks within the Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) environment

Installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of the network architecture

Administering network applications

Ensuring that network devices are optimized for connectivity and throughput

Coordination with internal and external customers to meet contract objectives and deliverables

Qualification

Network+ certificationAdvanced Routing & VPNTACLANE ExperienceVirtualization & Cloud NetworkingMicrosoft VisioCCNA certificationCCNP certificationTroubleshooting skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Proficient with current versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems—both workstation and server

Proficient with UNIX/Linux platforms

Strong foundation in networking, including a thorough understanding of long-haul circuit connectivity, routers, switches, VLANs, and electronic interfaces in LAN, WAN, and MAN environments

Knowledge and experience with the installation and routine operation of encryption devices, keying material, and security practices in a classified setting

Hands-on experience fabricating network cables and interfaces

Firm understanding of common protocols used in simulation networks, including TCP/IP, SNMP, Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS), and High-Level Architecture (HLA)

Experience with circuit-test equipment, network analyzers, and packet sniffers

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware/software interface problems, define input/output parameters, and ensure integration of entire systems or subsystems in ad-hoc environments

US citizenship is required

Preferred

Network + or Equivalent – CompTIA Network+ certification or comparable validation of networking fundamentals

Advanced Routing & VPN – Solid understanding of OSI Layer 3 concepts, including configuration of VPNs (site to site and remote access), VRFs, and routing protocols such as EIGRP and BGP

Design & Documentation – Ability to produce clear network diagrams and design documents using Microsoft Visio (or similar tools)

TACLANE Experience – Practical exposure to installing, configuring, and troubleshooting TACLANE secure gateways in classified networks

Virtualization & Cloud Ready Networking – Familiarity with virtual switches/routers (e.g., VMware NSX, Cisco VIRL) and basic concepts of integrating on premises networks with cloud services

Additional Certifications (Nice to Have) – Current CCNA, CCNP, or other vendor specific credentials that demonstrate deeper routing/switching expertise

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

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