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Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Joint Fires Network Engineer to support a company focused on mission-critical defense communications and global network operations within the Department of Defense sector. This position is on-site at Scott AFB, IL . The Joint Fires Network Engineer will support 24x7 global operations by configuring, monitoring, and restoring secure network services across complex transport and IP infrastructures. Play a direct role in ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for national defense missions worldwide. Responsibilities for the Joint Fires Network Engineer include: Execute network operations including configuration, monitoring, and analysis of circuits across routers, switches, and optical transport systems Perform real-time circuit rerouting and network restoration during outages and maintenance events Collaborate with internal teams, government stakeholders, and engineering tiers to ensure maximum network availability Monitor and troubleshoot network alarms using platform-specific tools and resolve incidents through full lifecycle management Support change management activities including hardware replacements, software updates, and configuration adjustments Required Qualifications for the Joint Fires Network Engineer include: 4+ years of experience in network engineering, operations, or NOC environments Experience with networking technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, MPLS, SDH/SONET, optical transport, and routing/switching Strong skills in incident management, network troubleshooting, alarm monitoring, and working in a 24x7 shift environment Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Active TS/SCI Clearance and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) Compensation for the Joint Fires Network Engineer include: Salary Range: Journeyman level (2-4 years) pays hourly at $62,000- $70,000 Senior level (5-7 years) pays at $80,000 - 85,000 Expert level: (10+ years w/ CCNA )$100,000 Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Sick leave as required by law This job opens for applications on 8/19/2026 . Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. SEO Keywords: Joint Fires Network Engineer, Network Engineer TS SCI, DoD Network Engineer, DISN Engineer, Cisco Network Engineer, Juniper Engineer, MPLS, SDH SONET, Optical Transport Network, Network Operations Center NOC, Cyber Transport, Scott AFB Jobs, Defense Network Engineer, TS SCI Engineering Jobs, SolarWinds JIRA Networking, 24x7 Network Operations, Security+ CE Jobs
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.