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Remote Weekend Network Engineer Jobs in Colorado

Network Engineer Level 5

Denver, CO · Remote

$160K - $200K/yr

ORA_REMOTE Description SAIC is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to join our Network Team. You will be responsible for the architecture, design, deployment, and optimization of our high-traffic ...

Network Engineer Level 5

Denver, CO · Remote

$160K - $200K/yr

ORA_REMOTE Description SAIC is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to join our Network Team. You will be responsible for the architecture, design, deployment, and optimization of our high-traffic ...

POSITION SUMMARY Network Engineers provide high level technical support to clients for complex ... This is a remote position. RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide an IT experience that clients love * Provide ...

Senior Network Automation Engineer

Boulder, CO · Remote

$107.90K - $147.80K/yr

This position is remote and can be based anywhere in the US or Canada** Responsibilities: Alarming ... Work closely with network engineering, DevOps, SRE, and system administration teams to identify ...

Network Project Manager

Denver, CO · Remote

$60 - $70/hr

Job#: 3031479 Apex Systems is hiring a Network Project Manager to join a growing healthcare client ... remote sites). * Manage a fast-paced, engineering-heavy project with constant lifecycle refresh ...

Data Analytics Engineer

Denver, CO · Remote

$77.10K - $118.60K/yr

Zayo's 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to ... Remote #LI-MF1 Estimated base salary range: $77,100 - $118,600 USD/annually The base pay range ...

SCADA Engineer Longmont, CO About Clean Chemistry Clean Chemistry was founded in 2012 with a ... Experience with industrial networking protocols, remote web-based system control, data acquisition ...

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What is the difference between Remote Weekend Network Engineer vs Remote Weekend Network Technician?

AspectRemote Weekend Network EngineerRemote Weekend Network Technician
CredentialsNetwork engineering certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+)Basic networking certifications or technical training
Work EnvironmentDesign, troubleshoot, and optimize network systems remotely during weekendsImplement and maintain network hardware/software remotely during weekends
Employer & IndustryTelecommunications, IT service providers, large enterprisesIT support companies, managed service providers, enterprise networks

The Remote Weekend Network Engineer focuses on designing and troubleshooting complex network systems, requiring advanced certifications. In contrast, the Remote Weekend Network Technician handles routine maintenance and support tasks. Both roles operate remotely during weekends but differ in scope and technical requirements.

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Network Engineer Level 5

Network Engineer Level 5

SAIC

Denver, CO • Remote

$160K - $200K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Job ID: 2610592

Location: Denver, CO, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-24

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Network Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Top_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_REMOTE


Description

SAIC is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to join our Network Team. You will be responsible for the architecture, design, deployment, and optimization of our high-traffic, carrier-grade network infrastructure. The ideal candidate has deep, hands-on experience maintaining five-nines (99.999%) availability in a dedicated infrastructure (utilizing dark fiber, wavelength services), service provider, and/or large-scale data center. You will lead complex troubleshooting, ensure robust security, and drive network modernization, including advanced L0 optimization, IPv4/IPv6 transition and SDN (L0-L3) automation physical transport, data link, and network layers simultaneously. This position is remote with travel. 
Key Responsibilities:

  • Architecture & Design: Design, implement, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and resilient IP network infrastructure (MPLS, IP/Ethernet).
  • Operations & Troubleshooting: Provide Tier 3/4 escalation support, conducting deep-packet inspection and root cause analysis (RCA) for complex outages.
  • Routing & Switching: Manage and optimize advanced routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and ISIS, specifically focusing on traffic engineering and internet peering.
  • Carrier Grade Technologies: Implement and manage carrier-grade NAT (CGNAT) for IPv4/IPv6 transition, AAA/RADIUS infrastructure, and high-capacity wireless/mobility cores.
  • Performance Optimization: Maximize network performance through continuous monitoring and capacity planning to handle high-traffic volumes.
  • Automation: Develop and implement automation scripts using Python, Ansible, or Terraform to streamline configuration, provisioning, and MOP (Method of Procedure) execution.
  • Security & Compliance: Ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., ISO27001, PCI-DSS) and implement network-level security, such as DDoS protection and lawful intercept.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, MOPs, and technical documentation.

Qualifications

 Required Qualifications & Experience: 

  • Masters Degree in Network Engineering or related field + 8 years experience or Bachelors Degree in Network Engineering or related field + 10 years experience. 5+ years experience with provisioning carrier class networks. 

Required Skills & Experience

  • U.S. citizenship and an active Top-Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
  • Experience: 5 -15+ years in network engineering, specifically within a service provider, ISP, or carrier-grade data center environment.
  • Technical Proficiency (L2-L3): TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, ISIS, MPLS, IKE, IPSEC, VPNs, and VLANs.
  • Technical Proficiency (L0-L2): SONET/SDH,FDDI, OTN (ITU-T G.709, OTU4, OTU2).
  • Hardware Expertise: Hands-on experience with carrier-grade platforms (e.g., Ciena, Cisco ASR/NCS/Nexus, Juniper MX/Mist, Nokia, or Arista).
  • Automation/Scripting: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Python or Ansible.
  • Linux/Unix: Strong Linux CLI skills.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Certifications: CCNP/CCIE (Service Provider or Routing & Switching) preferred, but no required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with CGNAT platforms (e.g., F5 BIG-IP, A10 Networks).
  • Knowledge of 5G core networking or virtualized platforms (VMware, OpenStack).
  • Experience with Fiber transport technologies (DWDM, ROADM, WSS, PON).

Why Join Us

  • Work on one of the largest infrastructure deployments in the region.
  • Direct influence on network architecture and modernization projects.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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