Principle Network Engineer

DLS Engineering

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Montgomery, AL Until 9/14/2026 10+ years exp First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

About DLS Engineering


DLS is an engineering firm with 30 years of Federal Government contracting experience. Our small business efficiencies coupled with a commitment to excellence allow us to provide reliable solutions with integrity for our nation's most critical defense and national security priorities.

Position overview:

DLS Engineering is seeking a Principle Network Engineer professional for a full-time position in support of the Air Force Intranet Control (AFINC) program at Gunter Annex in Montgomery, Alabama. This is an on-site position.


As part of AFINC, the mission of the 26th Network Operations Squadron (26 NOS) is to provide mission assurance to the warfighter through the operation, management, and defense of the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN). In the execution of its mission, the 26 NOS maintains network infrastructure, to include routers, switches, proxies, firewalls, servers, workstations, printers, Storage Area Networks (SAN) and test labs, to provide maneuverability and defense of both classified and unclassified networks.


A day in the life:

  • Analyzes and simulates network traffic to aide in problem resolution or to test updated configurations in virtual or physical lab environments. 
  • Monitors system utilization and circuit bandwidth then reports anomalies to Government team leads. Design, implement, and troubleshoot the most complex Enterprise network solutions and/or issues. 
  • Develops, executes, modifies or removes scripts to assist in automation of tasks, as possible. Review and document all workload activities per incident or change request to eliminate re-work or for auditing/investigation purposes.

When I read the below it sounds like me:

  • 10+ years' experience with: installing, configuring, troubleshooting, upgrading, patching, and hardening routers, serial consoles, load balancers, and switches.
  • SME experience with enterprise network architectures and configurations is paramount and experience with Software Defined Networking (SDN) is highly desired. 
  • IAT-II certification (required)
  • CCNP certification (required)
  • Active Secret clearance (required)

Other information:

  • We offer a competitive salary and a 401k program with company match.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
  • We offer a generous paid time off package
  • If accommodation is needed with the application and / or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 757-494-5151.
  • DLS is an E-Verify company.
  • DLS is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, or disability. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact Barbara Ellison. You also have the right to file a charge of discrimination with the equal employment opportunity commission.
  • Must be able pass a government background check, which will be completed before employment.
About this role

Summary

Manage, troubleshoot, and optimize enterprise network solutions for defense applications.

Job title

Principle Network Engineer

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

On-site in Montgomery, AL; no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified in the posting

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

IAT-II certificationCCNP certificationactive Secret clearancerouter configurationswitch configuration

Preferred skills

software defined networkingnetwork automation

Specializations

network architecturenetwork securitynetwork troubleshootingscripts automationenterprise network
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Montgomery, AL, USA

On-site City
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