$120,000–$160,000 Per Year
BGP, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Cryptography, Cyberspace, Firewalls, Identify Issues, Legal, MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Market Surveys, Microsoft Windows Azure, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Routers, Network Switching, Testing, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Wide Area Network (WAN), Willing to Travel
Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Deployment Network Specialist that will primarily support the O&M team in pre-installation, on-site deployment, and go-live testing. The Deployment Network Specialist is responsible for preparing and performing on-site network surveys at customer sites, participate in the infrastructure configuration, and testing activities prior to deployment. This is a great opportunity in the Springfield area.
Responsibilities for the Deployment Network Specialist:
- Working knowledge of WAN technology and deployment and troubleshooting different communication circuit types.
- Understanding of layer 1 technologies and their capabilities and limitations, including cable management, cable types, media converters, circuits to include CPE, Telco & Demark, etc.
- Installation experience with routers, switches, firewalls and Security and Encryption appliances.
Required Qualifications for the Deployment Network Specialist:
- 7+ years demonstrated performance in network engineering technology, with a bachelor's degree or industry equivalent experience.
- DoD Manual 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Certification for Intermediate level.
- Strong communication skills and experience using ticketing.
- Strong understanding in troubleshooting in cloud network technologies (Expressroute, and Azure virtual networks)
- Experience with level 1 technologies such as cable management, cable types, CPE
- Layer 3 experience highly preferred (BGP, MPLS, SD WAN)
- Must be willing to travel CONUS and OCONUS
- Top Secret w/ SCI eligibility.
Compensation for the Deployment Network Specialist:
- Salary range: $120,000 - $160,000 depending on experience
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on 5/22/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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