Junior Network Engineer

CACI International Inc

. Assist with plans of network design and layout and develop baseline system configurations .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $53,100 - $106,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network design, configuration, and administration, with a strong focus on Cisco and Juniper systems. Proficient in engineering and documenting network solutions while providing technical support and troubleshooting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Network Operating Systems (Cisco, Juniper)LAN/WAN Protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS)Active Security+ CertificationTS/SCI Clearance

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Hard Skills

Network DesignNetwork ConfigurationNetwork AdministrationIOS UpgradesDevice Configuration ChangesNetwork Hardware (Routers, Switches)Cable Infrastructure TasksNetwork DocumentationChange ManagementTechnical Support

Soft Skills

Verbal Presentation SkillsWritten Presentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Security+ Certification

Industry Keywords

Type 1 EncryptionJWICs ExperienceDISN ExperienceNetwork TopologiesTraffic AnalysisCapacity RequirementsCONUS TravelNetwork Engineering SurveysPhysical and Logical Network DiagramsSpecial Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with plans of network design and layout and develop baseline system configurations
Analyze network topologies, traffic, and capacity requirements and provide recommendations and guidance
Brief government customers and other contractors on recommended solutions and designs
Complete network engineering surveys and installations
Assist with development of standard network documentation
Complete IOS upgrades and device configuration changes
Complete physical and logical network diagrams, design documentation, and inventory support
Perform cable infrastructure tasks as required
Complete change management requests supporting device installations
Provide technical support and troubleshooting to users and operations staff as needed
Perform general network administration duties as needed
Travel to CONUS customer sites as needed
Participate in special projects as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
High School/GED + 5 years, or Associate's + 3 years, or Bachelor's + 1 year
Three years of experience with network operating systems such as Cisco and Juniper
Three years of experience with network hardware including routers, switches, cabling, and other essential network hardware
Three years of experience with LAN/WAN protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and MPLS
Type 1 Encryption experience
Active Security+ Certification
Capability to engineer and document network solutions, not just deploy or configure
Good verbal and written presentation skills
Active TS/SCI with a polygraph clearance OR TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a polygraph prior to starting
Up to 25% travel may be required; responsibilities specify up to 20% CONUS travel to customer sites
Desired: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
Desired: Working towards CCNP or higher network certification
JWICs or DISN experience is a strong plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off benefit
Robust learning resources
Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Family support benefits
Continuing education benefits
Time off benefits
Competitive compensation
Learning and development opportunities