Network Engineer, Entry Level
Independent SoftwareHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
- Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
- Familiarity with the installation and configuration of network devices (firewalls, switches, routers, cabling).
- Ability to support WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1.
- Knowledge of Taclanes/KG-175, MPLS, BGP, VPNs.
- Strong organizational and communication skills to interface with vendors and users.
- Ability to work an 8-hour shift between 6 AM and 6 PM.
- Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology from an accredited college or equivalent experience.
- IAT Level II baseline certification required (per DoD 8570.01-M).
- Active TS/SCI clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
Benefits
- Support critical national security missions.
- Close-knit, employee-first culture.
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and career development.
- Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
Entrepreneurs who are serious about giving their idea the best chance of success turn to Independent Software. Our product development and acceleration services allow startups to build a solid foundation during the early, risky phase of company formation. Through our A100 Software Developer Apprenticeship Program, we develop emerging local talent and connect these A100 Certified Developers with growing, innovative Partner Companies building their teams. Our A100 for Entrepreneurs program provides a revolutionary product development platform to early stage companies looking to reduce risk and maximize the return on their development budget. Venture Partner Companies accelerate their product and their team through a managed service that provides them with Apprentice teams and expert guidance on topics like Customer Development and Agile. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. During the software development process, we take an idea from blank page to beta. Clients become a part of our team even as they maintain control and ownership of what we build together. Working with us is also a gateway to other resources like startup founders, supporters, mentors, investors, and talent.