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Sr Network Test Engineer (Ashburn, VA)

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$106.40K - $145.70K/yr

Candidates MUST HAVE a PUBLIC TRUST OR BE ABLE TO ATTAIN ONE Project Details Our client is looking for a Sr. Network Test Engineer to join its Maintenance Engineering team. This client is adding new ...

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Sr Network Test Engineer (Ashburn, VA)

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$106.40K - $145.70K/yr

Candidates MUST HAVE a PUBLIC TRUST OR BE ABLE TO ATTAIN ONE Project Details Our client is looking for a Sr. Network Test Engineer to join its Maintenance Engineering team. This client is adding new ...

Comrise

Network Test Automation Engineer

Foster City, CA · On-site

$85 - $95/hr

Network Test Automation Engineer (Ethernet Systems DV) Location: Foster City, CA (Onsite) Pay Rate: $85-95/hour (W2 only) Contract: 6-Month Contract Industry: Autonomous Mobility About the Role We ...

US IT Solutions Inc

Network Test Engieer

Ashburn, VA

... and programming concepts (scripting and automation) In-depth knowledge and experience with IPv6 ... Network Engineering, Computer Engineering with concentration in network engineering. Additional ...

Tekberry

Manufacturing Test Engineer

Austin, TX

$50 - $55/hr

Manufacturing Test Engineer Pay Rate: $50/hr.- $55/hr. DOE Benefits include health, dental, and ... If you are passionate about network technologies and have a knack for troubleshooting complex ...

Winaxis

IMS Cloud Network Test/LAB Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

IMS Cloud Network Test/LAB Engineer - Conduct testing and validation of IMS Network Applications on T-Mobile Private Cloud Platform. - Perform comprehensive end-to-end network functionality testing ...

Foxconn Assembly LLC

Test Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Test Engineer Location: Houston, TX, United States Employment Type: Full-time, On-Site Overview ... Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain test equipment, server, and network. * Evaluate and ...

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How much do network test engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for network test engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Network Test Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Network Test Engineer, you need a solid understanding of networking protocols, troubleshooting, and test methodologies, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Expertise with network simulation tools (such as Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer), test automation frameworks, and certifications like CCNA or CCNP are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help you diagnose issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure reliable network infrastructure, efficient issue resolution, and high-quality performance in complex environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Network Test Engineers during large-scale network deployments?

Network Test Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing complex configurations, ensuring device interoperability, and maintaining performance standards under heavy traffic loads. During large-scale deployments, coordinating tests across multiple devices and locations can require meticulous planning and effective collaboration with network architects, developers, and operations teams. Troubleshooting unexpected issues quickly and documenting test results accurately are crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring a smooth rollout.

What are Network Test Engineers?

Network Test Engineers are professionals responsible for evaluating, analyzing, and ensuring the quality and performance of computer networks. They develop and execute test plans to identify network issues, validate new network hardware or software, and ensure that systems meet specified requirements. Their work helps organizations maintain reliable, secure, and efficient network infrastructures by troubleshooting problems and recommending improvements.

What is the difference between Network Test Engineer vs Network Support Engineer?

AspectNetwork Test EngineerNetwork Support Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentTesting labs, network simulation environmentsHelp desks, on-site support, troubleshooting
Primary FocusDesigning and executing network tests, validating performanceMaintaining, troubleshooting, and resolving network issues
Industry UsageTelecom, IT, networking vendorsIT departments, service providers

While both roles require networking certifications and involve working with network systems, the Network Test Engineer primarily focuses on testing and validating network performance and reliability. In contrast, the Network Support Engineer handles ongoing support, troubleshooting, and resolving network issues in real-time. Both roles are essential in ensuring network integrity but differ in their core responsibilities and work environments.

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IP Network Test Engineer

IP Network Test Engineer

By Light Professional IT Services LLC

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site, Remote

$150K/yr

Other

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Company Overview
By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.
Position Overview
An IP Network Engineer assesses, tests, and recommends solutions and technologies to improve all aspects of DISN IP backbone. These technologies include network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and services Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA), Access Control List (ACL), secure remote access (i.e Secure shell, Secure VPN, IPSec), and IPv6 capable devices.
An IP Network Engineer is responsible for all DISN aspects regarding the design review/recommendation, lab testing, evaluation/certification, and implementation/deployment as well as provide Tier3 support for DoD's NIPRNet backbone network.
The position is onsite at Fort Meade, MD.
Responsibilities
  • Provide technical expertise in design review, lab testing & test report, implementation plan and deployment of new advanced large-scale complex DoD networks.
  • Implement MPLS services offerings on the DISN network. MPLS services include L3VPN, L2VPN, VPLS (Virtual Private LAN service) and CsC (Carrier Supporting Carrier). Platforms tested include Juniper MX Series, Cisco ASR Series routers.
  • Provide technical security expertise in design, test, evaluation and deployment of advanced large-scale complex DoD networks. Review security requirements set by DoD agencies for the NIPRNET/SIPRNET network protection; Assess and analyze current NIPRNET/SIPRNET network architecture; Propose and analyze potential solutions.
  • Conducting audits, risk assessment, threat analysis, contingency planning and implementing security standards and methods.
  • Reviews security threats to the current DoD NIPRNet/Internet gateway IA infrastructure, architecture, and technology and determines/implements effective countermeasures IAW established policies/regulations/directives.
  • Delivers Router and Firewall Test Plans, Test Reports, as well as Implementation Plans to provide direction for deployment in the production environment. Prepare field recommendations and Configuration Guides.
  • Provide Tier III engineering support to field operations personnel and deliver Field Support Lessons Learned reports.
  • Conduct market research to find products to meet requirements.

Required Experience/Qualifications
  • BS in Networking, Telecommunications, or related area required.
  • CCNP-Enterprise or JNCIP-ENT or equivalent routing and switching experience.
  • DoD 8570-01-M IAT Level I or higher to include one of the following: A+ CE, CCNA-Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, or CISSP.
  • Extensive experience in IP networking, including IP platforms such as customer edge routers, provider edge routers, switches, firewalls, Internet Access Points (IAP's), Cloud Access Points (CAP's), Layer 2 and Layer 3 Virtual Private Networks (L2VPN and L3VPN), Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPV4), Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPV6/6VPE), Ethernet VPN (EVPN), Quality of Service (QoS), Segment Routing, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Autonomous System Boundary Router (ABSR), external border gateway protocol (BGP) (eBGP), Layer 2 Psuedowire, Interior Gateway Protocols (IGP), Inter- Intermediate System to Intermediate System (IS-IS), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), MPLS - Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP), Label Distribution Protocol (LDP), Carrier servicing Carrier (CsC), Multicast, Filter Based Forwarding (FBF), Multi-Hop Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (MBFD), Ethernet Operation, Firewalls including Access Control List (ACL) , Operation Administration and Maintenance (OAM) Protocol and Network Management., 802.1Q and VRRP/HSRP.
  • Expertise in large-scale IP Networking & Testing with backbone routers (Juniper MX and Cisco ASR9K) running ISIS, BGP/MP-BGP (multi AS), MPLS routing protocols, switches and testing gear including traffic generators from IXIA, Spirent Test Center and Agilent N2X.
  • Routing protocols: BGP, MP-BGP, MPLS/RSVP, OSPF, IS-IS, RIP, Multicast, IPv6, QoS, MACSec.
  • Advanced MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) services (L3VPN, L2VPN, VPLS & CSC).
  • TCP/IP , LAN/WAN, SONET, ICMP and SNMP management protocols.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications
  • CCIE or JNCIE or equivalent routing and switching experience.
  • Hardware certification testing, JUNOS/IOS/IOS-XR operating system regression testing which include all protocols and services required for DISN backbone routers. Router platforms include Juniper MX960/MX480 routers and Cisco ASR9K (ASR9010/ASR9006) routers.
  • DISN IP Design Experience
  • Network test equipment/Traffic Generator such as IXIA, Spirent Test Center, and Agilent N2X.
  • Firewalls (Juniper/Netscreen, Cisco ASA/PIX, CyberGuard, SideWinder), VPN products (IPSec, SSL VPN).
  • IDS/IPS (Arbor Peakflow DoS & Traffic, Top Layer, ForeScout).
  • F5 Big-IP load balancer, BlueCoat Web Proxy.
  • Unix (SUN/HP/BSD) Servers/Workstations, Linux, PC Servers/Workstations
  • VMWare ESXi server.
  • JunOS, Cisco IOS & IOS-XR, UNIX (Sun Solaris, BSD, HPUX, SCO), VMWare, Linux, FreeBSD, Microsoft OS Servers and Workstations.
  • Certificate Authority Server, ACE/SecureID Server, TACACS+, RADIUS, MS Exchange, Sendmail, Apache web server, PKI, WINS, DHCP, DNS, FTP/SFTP/TFTP, SSH, NTP, Netflow/Cflowd servers.
  • Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with management and staff at all levels.
  • Candidate should also have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • MS in Networking, Telecommunications, or related area desired

Special Requirements/Security Clearance
  • Minimum SECRET Clearance required.

Salary Range
Salary Minimum: $150,000
Salary Maximum: $250,000
The annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. When extending an offer, By Light also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions. In addition, By Light provides an extensive selection of benefits and offerings to our employees.

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