10th November, 2026
Role: Network Engineer Associate
Location: McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas 67221 — Onsite initially
Job Description:
We are seeking a Network Engineer Associate for a full-time opening supporting mission-critical network infrastructure. Working under the direction of senior network engineers and government stakeholders, you will help evaluate, design, integrate and maintain stable, interoperable and secure network systems.
This role is onsite at ANG NOS, 52010 Jayhawk Drive, McConnell AFB, Kansas, for at least the first few months. A few telework days may become possible later, but are not guaranteed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate existing infrastructure, including LAN topologies, IP addressing plans, server and gateway placement, protocol configurations and software versions.
- Support routers, switches, voice, video and VoIP integration across an enterprise network.
- Help develop and review VPN solutions and integrate wireless access points.
- Contribute architectural recommendations to enhance, migrate and secure wide area networks.
- Prepare change documentation, status reports, technical solutions, test plans and procedures, and project review briefings.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve problems, analyze workflows, establish priorities and meet operational and integration deadlines.
- Configure addressing and troubleshoot physical and virtual networks, including IP networking, switching, VLANs and Spanning Tree Protocol.
- Configure hardware and software in accordance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Maintain infrastructure, upgrade capabilities and support LAN, WAN, AIN, intranet and internet systems under senior guidance.
- Monitor network availability, perform maintenance, support network projects and translate business needs into telecommunications solutions.
Requirements: - Secret security clearance or higher.
- One qualifying IAT III-or-higher credential: CCNP Security, CCSP, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, or CASP+ / SecurityX.
- Knowledge of network hardware, software and telecommunications.
- All required licenses for operating NIPR and SIPRNet.
- Availability to work onsite at McConnell AFB for at least the first few months.
Qualifications: - BA/BS degree in computer science, information technology, engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Understanding of LAN/WAN technologies, TCP/IP protocols and network security is preferred.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and PKI services is preferred.
- VMware experience, including troubleshooting ESXi and vCenter, is preferred.
- SAN/vSAN storage configuration and troubleshooting experience on an ESXi host is a plus.
- Ability to maintain network diagrams, installation procedures and troubleshooting guides.
- Strong communication, collaboration, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to learn new technologies.
Additional Details: Employment type: Permanent, full-time.
Salary: $105,000-$110,000 per year; $110,000 is the maximum.
Anticipated start date: December 7, 2026.
Work hours fall between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
To Apply: Apply through Falcon's application page or send your current resume to recruiters@falconitss.com.
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