Network Engineer I (Pipeline) with Security Clearance

About Lucayan Technology Solutions LLC At Lucayan Technology Solutions LLC, we deliver secure, innovative solutions in support of national defense and intelligence missions. As a trusted government contracting partner, we provide top-tier intelligence and technology services that safeguard our nation. Our team is mission-driven, and we are committed to building careers that matter. Location: Missoula, Montana Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly Clearance: Public Trust Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award Join Our Pipeline for Future Opportunities! This is a pipeline posting intended to identify qualified candidates for upcoming opportunities. Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of any required background or security processes. Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Network Engineer I to join our on-site IT operations team supporting federal research facilities in Missoula, Montana. This role is ideal for a technically skilled individual who enjoys working directly with users and systems in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. The Network Engineer I will handle help desk support, routine system maintenance, patching, and troubleshooting activities while developing expertise in federal network security and infrastructure management. Key ResponsibilitiesManage help desk intake, ticket tracking, resolution, and escalation in accordance with established proceduresAssist users with network access issues including account unlocks, password resets, and onboarding supportPerform routine patching and OS updates for servers, workstations, and infrastructure devices in compliance with ATO requirementsConduct trouble isolation, root cause analysis, and port clearance activities to maintain network performanceAssist with monitoring of network infrastructure including NAS, UPS, switches, wireless access points, and serversSupport quarterly and annual log audits, account reviews, and inventory maintenance activitiesNotify stakeholders of outages and service disruptions via email and Microsoft TeamsAssist with documentation updates including VLAN assignments, IP address records, and system diagramsSupport vulnerability scanning and remediation activities under the direction of senior team membersRespond to zero-day threat mitigations within required timeframes as directed Required QualificationsU.S. Citizenship requiredSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible for a federal Public Trust Background InvestigationAssociate's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field (relevant certifications and/or equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of degree)Minimum 2 years of IT support, network operations, or systems administration experienceWorking knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and standard network troubleshootingFamiliarity with patch management, ticketing systems, and OS update processesBasic understanding of networking concepts including VLANs, IP addressing, and DNS/DHCP Preferred QualificationsExperience in a government IT environment or with federal security compliance requirementsFamiliarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable/Nessus)Experience with Cisco switches, firewalls, or wireless access point administrationCisco Certified Field Technician or equivalent entry-level Cisco certification Required CertificationsCompTIA Network+ (required or must obtain within 90 days of start)CompTIA Security+ (required or must obtain within 90 days of start) Work EnvironmentOn-site full-time position located in Missoula, Montana.Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Requires emergency after-hours availability and occasional travel may be required