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Akima, LLC

Senior Network Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

The Senior Network Engineer - CONUS is the regional Key Personnel technical authority for complex ... Eligible for ADP/IT-I critical-sensitive Public Trust. * Experience with U.S. Government Medical ...

Hawaiian Telcom

OSP Engineer I

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$70K - $98K/yr

Job Purpose The OSP Engineer I manages the planning, design, and construction of the access network ... The Network Engineering -- Outside Plant (OSP) group designs and details the integration of ...

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How much do network engineer i jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for network engineer i in Hawaii is $113,288.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $138,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Are network engineers still in demand?

Network engineers are still in demand due to ongoing growth in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity needs, and cloud computing. They are required to design, implement, and maintain network systems, often holding certifications like Cisco CCNA or CompTIA Network+ to stay competitive.

What is the difference between Network Engineer I vs Network Administrator?

AspectNetwork Engineer INetwork Administrator
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentDesign, implement, troubleshoot network solutionsMaintain, monitor, and support existing networks
Job FocusBuilding and optimizing network infrastructureManaging daily network operations
Common UsageUsed in roles focused on network deployment and configurationUsed in roles emphasizing network maintenance and support

While both roles require similar certifications and work in network environments, Network Engineer I primarily focuses on designing and implementing network solutions, whereas Network Administrator handles ongoing network management and troubleshooting. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Network Engineer I job openings in Hawaii as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,288 per year, or $54.5 per hour.

Network Engineer

C3EL

Joint Base Pearl Habor Hickam, HI

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Overview:

Job Title: Network Engineer

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Location: Pearl Harbor, HI

(Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.)

Description:

C3EL is seeking a cleared professional to support our critical mission in our Joint Fires Network (JFN) NOC at Ford Island, Hawaii. Our customer, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), acts as the provider of GIG/Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of Defense (DoD) and national security organizations. The Network Engineer will perform sustainment, maintenance, and Problem and Change management services to help ensure secure, reliable, and uninterrupted availability of the networks.

(This role is considered "Mission Essential" and may require supporting rotating shift work, which includes nights and weekends.)

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Execute network operations to include configuration and analysis of customer circuits across optical and electro-optical multiplexers, routers, and switches. 
  • Perform real-time circuit redesign (alternate routing) to restore customer connectivity during scheduled and unscheduled outages and maintenance actions. 
  • Work directly with internal and external customers, external government agencies, and other engineering tiers to ensure maximum network availability to minimize or eliminate mission and operational impact.
  • Proactively monitor network alarms across platform specific network management tools.
  • Perform a variety of change management tasks which include hardware replacement, software configurations, and ASI management. 
  • Utilize incident management applications to document all aspects of reported outages/degradations, isolations, escalations, and resolutions during the lifecycle of a service impacting network incident.
  • Assess, identify, and recommend resolutions to various network incidents and/or deficiencies leveraging knowledge in one or more of following: routers, switches, crypto devices, routing, CISCO, Juniper, MSPP, optical transport network, MPLS, time division multiplexing, and SDH/SONET. 
Minimum Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • An active, in-scope US Government issued Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.  
  • Current DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE, or equivalent).
  • Able to work in a 24x7 shift work environment.
  • Working knowledge of both Transport and IP network topologies.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Tech control facility or cyber transport experience.
  • Circuit actions and vendor experience.
  • IP/Transport architecture experience.
  • Solarwinds and JIRA experience.
  • Telco NOC, inside or outside plant experience.
  • Experience with MS Office suite, i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, TEAMs.
  • Experience with one or more of the following: alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, performance management, change management.
Education/Experience:
  •  Requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience or a Master's degree with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience. (Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.)

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