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Working Defense Intelligence Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

BAE Systems

Network Eng Prin

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$107K - $182K/yr

Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security ... Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense ...

Technomics Inc

Cost Analyst (Mid-Level)

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Minimum of 2 years' defense, intelligence and/or civil agency program cost and economic analysis ... Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), including common metrics, data evaluation, and ...

Technomics Inc

Cost Analyst

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Minimum of 2 years' defense, intelligence and/or civil agency program cost and economic analysis ... Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), including common metrics, data evaluation, and ...

Technomics

Cost Analyst

Albuquerque, NM

Minimum of 2 years' defense, intelligence and/or civil agency program cost and economic analysis ... Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), including common metrics, data evaluation, and ...

Technomics

Cost Analyst (Mid-Level)

Albuquerque, NM

Minimum of 2 years' defense, intelligence and/or civil agency program cost and economic analysis ... Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), including common metrics, data evaluation, and ...

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As of Aug 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for working defense intelligence in Rio Rancho, NM is $98,428.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,400.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Working Defense Intelligence vs Working Intelligence Analyst?

AspectWorking Defense IntelligenceWorking Intelligence Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in security, intelligence, or related field; often requires security clearanceBachelor's degree in intelligence, security studies, or related field; may require security clearance
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, defense contractors, military settingsGovernment agencies, private sector, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily defense and military sectorsBroader intelligence community, including defense, law enforcement, and private sector

Working Defense Intelligence focuses specifically on supporting military and defense operations, often requiring security clearance and working within government or defense contractor environments. Working Intelligence Analyst has a broader scope, including analyzing intelligence data across various sectors, including law enforcement and private industry. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in their specific focus and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Working Defense Intelligence job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,428 per year, or $47.3 per hour.

Network Eng Prin

BAE Systems

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$107K - $182K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description


We are seeking an onsite network engineer at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with experienced engineers and customers supporting the Space Systems Command. Our network team makes sure satellites can communicate with their ground systems and are responsible for monitoring and support of network infrastructure (Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, SolarWinds, and Identity Services Engine (ISE) authentication) and virtual server environments (private cloud via VMWare Cloud Foundation, servers, storage area networks, and VMware). You should be able to troubleshoot, install, implement and administer network systems. You will also support the cybersecurity team to remediate deficiencies. We need experts who can determine what needs to be done and go off and do it but also work successfully as part of a team.
You will
  • Analyze network characteristics such as traffic, connect time, transmission speeds, packet sizes, and throughput
  • Assist more senior network engineers with the installation, removal and modifications to network components
  • Configure, deploy, upgrade, and troubleshoot multivendor switches, routers, firewalls, and peripheral equipment in operational and test lab environments
  • Operate or administer Linux and Unix systems
  • Provide occasional after-hours operational support for network issues
  • Apply your knowledge of enterprise system monitoring and management tools (Solar Winds, WireShark, iPerf, etc.) to analyze network activity and problems
  • Develop and maintain network topologies, diagrams and IP tracking

Required Skills and Education
  • Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date) and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI
  • A bachelor's degree in science and technology related discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university and 5 years or more relevant experience; a Master's degree and 3 years or more experience. Will accept 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Must possess DoD 8570 baseline certification.
  • Strong background in Microsoft Office tools and Visio.
  • Record of success in contributing to the completion of programs and projects; ability to obtain results and make key recommendations.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Preferred Skills and Education
  • Good understanding of discipline process, information and data management, configuration control
  • Seasoned communicator with demonstrated record of success in leadership, followership, and working with contract representatives and government sponsors
  • Ability to provide high-level summary of results and draw conclusions based on interpretation of data

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