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Network Engineer Network Engineer Jobs in Elbert, CO

Network Engineer Internship IRES - SSFB

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site +1

$20.67/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Network Engineer Internship ***This internship is excepted to last for 6 months from start date*** Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO Relocation Assistance: None available at ...

Senior Network Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$144K - $176K/yr

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Senior Network Engineer to help design, build, secure, and maintain resilient network infrastructure supporting next-generation national security space systems. This ...

Network Engineer - Senior

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

Partner with engineering teams to evaluate hardware, test architectures, and support custom network solutions. * Contribute within Agile, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), and DevSecOps environments by ...

Network Engineer - Senior

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

Partner with engineering teams to evaluate hardware, test architectures, and support custom network solutions. * Contribute within Agile, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), and DevSecOps environments by ...

Senior Network Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid

$144K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Senior Network Engineer to help design, build, secure, and maintain resilient network infrastructure supporting next-generation national security space systems. This ...

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos has an opening for a Network Engineer (Campus Area Network/Local Area Network (CAN/LAN)) to support global enterprise networks. The CAN/LAN service network ...

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How much do network engineer network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for network engineer network engineer in Elbert, CO is $94,909.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $116,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectNetwork EngineerNetwork Administrator
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentDesigning, implementing, and troubleshooting networksManaging and maintaining existing network infrastructure
Primary FocusBuilding and optimizing network systemsEnsuring network stability and performance
Industry UsageIT, telecommunications, large enterprisesSmall to medium businesses, organizations

While both roles require similar certifications and work in network environments, Network Engineers focus on designing and deploying network solutions, whereas Network Administrators manage and maintain existing networks to ensure smooth operation.

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Infographic showing various Network Engineer Network Engineer job openings in Elbert, CO as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,909 per year, or $45.6 per hour.

Network Engineer - Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Aurora, CO • On-site

$103K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Network Engineer - Level 2 or 3 to join our team based in the Aurora, Colorado area at Buckley SFB.
The Network Engineer will support the customer's computer data communications systems, in providing design specifications, testing and inspections for computer networks; plan and implementing upgrades; as well as, analyzing and organizing corresponding hardware and software combined solutions through network modeling.
About the program:
We are looking for experienced Network Engineering candidates to provide technical support and engineering for WAN/LAN development and maintenance. The work involves installs, design, configurations, monitoring, and maintenance of network hardware and software to ensure network availability to system users. You may work alongside other network support and client server specialists to plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures. You'll provide support to projects involving networks, by helping them connect to the network and troubleshooting issues they may have. You will develop and implement methodologies for analysis, installation and support of the network.
This requisition may be filled at a higher job grade based on the qualifications listed below.
This requisition may be filled as either a level 2 or level 3.
Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years of Network Engineering experience; Master's degree with 0 years of Network Engineering experience; Associate's degree with 4 years of Network Engineering experience; or a HS diploma/GED with 6 years of Network Engineering experience
  • Active/current Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated CI or Full Scope Polygraph at time of application
  • Active/current CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent 8570 certification
  • Network Engineering experience covering Switching, Routing, Firewalls, Cabling, and Hardware configuration/installation with CISCO and/or Juniper equipment

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of Network Engineering experience; Master's degree with 3 years of Network Engineering experience; PhD and 0 years of Network engineering experience. Associate's degree with 7 years of Network Engineering experience; or a HS diploma/GED with 9 years of Network Engineering experience
  • Active/current Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated CI or Full Scope Polygraph at time of application
  • Active/current CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent 8570 certification
  • Network Engineering experience covering Switching, Routing, Firewalls, Cabling, and Hardware configuration/installation with CISCO and/or Juniper equipment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • At least 6 years of Network Engineering experience covering Switching, Routing, Firewalls, Cabling, and Hardware configuration/installation with CISCO and/or Juniper equipment demonstrating a strong proficiency
  • Experience working with worldwide enterprise networks
  • Experience working with classified level enterprise networks
  • Ability to effectively communicate and present to program management and customers
  • Ability to effectively write technical documentation
  • Experience sharing knowledge, mentoring, and working in a collaborative environment
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, testing, and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds (yet such is in-frequent)
  • Ability to support after hours and on weekends as needed (yet such is in-frequent)

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939