Network Engineer, Level 1

Markon

Network Engineer Level 1 at Markon, supporting installation and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructures. Focused on routers, switches, VLANs, and TCP/IP-based networks.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeFort Meade • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

iOSTCP/IPTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, configure, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and related hardware
Support network deployments, upgrades, and technology refresh efforts
Perform network configuration and troubleshooting activities utilizing Cisco IOS and related technologies
Configure and maintain VLANs, TCP/IP networking, Ethernet services, and network routing protocols
Support equipment installation, racking, stacking, cabling, and hardware integration activities
Monitor network performance and resolve connectivity, configuration, and operational issues
Assist with network documentation, diagrams, and configuration management activities
Coordinate with engineering and operations teams to support network availability and reliability
Support system testing, implementation, and operational readiness activities
Ensure compliance with established network and security standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with the customer
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required
Five (5) years of network engineering experience required
IAT Level I certification required (e.g., Security+ CE, Network+, or equivalent DoD 8570-compliant certification)
Experience with Cisco networking technologies and Cisco IOS
Experience configuring and supporting VLANs, switches, routers, and TCP/IP networks
Experience with network installation, racking, stacking, and cabling activities
Strong understanding of Ethernet networking and network configuration principles
Experience troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Cisco certifications (CCNA or higher) preferred
Network+ certification preferred if not used to satisfy IAT requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

network infrastructureCisco IOSVLANsTCP/IP networkingEthernet servicesnetwork routing protocolsnetwork configurationtroubleshootingnetwork performance monitoringhardware integration

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solving skillswritten communicationverbal communication

Certifications

TS/SCI w/ PolygraphBachelor’s degree in Information TechnologyIAT Level I certificationCisco certifications (CCNA or higher)Network+ certification