Network Engineer III

We are seeking an experienced Level 3 Network Engineer to join our fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in network engineering and design, with a focus on maintaining security and solving complex problems using innovative solutions. This role requires a bachelor's degree in network engineering or equivalent experience, along with an active secret clearance. Experience working in a national security 'no-fail' mission is essential.

• Analyze customer requirements and solve unusually complex problems with highly innovative solutions.
• Provide expert knowledge for maintenance and upgrade of networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and telecom equipment.
• Ensure network integrity and connectivity while ensuring compliance with policies and maintaining system backup and recovery capability.
• Analyze, evaluate, and plan methods of approach, organizing means to achieve solutions for complex technical problems.
• Develop advanced engineering ideas and guide their development into final products.
• Develop advanced solutions to a variety of highly complex engineering problems.
• Perform highly advanced network/systems design, development, and integration from the start of a project life cycle to the end.
• Provide and apply advanced engineering to highly complex infrastructures, including installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining network devices, telecom equipment, radio equipment, operating systems, application software, and system management tools.

• Bachelor's degree in network engineering or five plus (5 ) years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Expert knowledge in the maintenance and upgrade of networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and telecom equipment.
• Experience in developing and/or sustaining national security 'no-fail' mission systems.

• Networking and Security certifications.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience with sustaining PARCS or other Strategic Warning and Surveillance radar systems such as PAVE PAWS.
• Understanding of Agile Waterfall Sprints, Cameo, Doors, Solid Works, and technical drafts review.

Join a large team that is geographically dispersed and work on special projects. The role involves working with state-of-the-art technologies in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, contributing to national security missions.

This is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Colorado Springs,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $45 - $65