Network Engineer Intern - Defense Sector

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Install and maintain complex networks linking multiple computing platforms, operating systems, and network topologies across broad geographic areas. Evaluate hardware and software suited for large complex networks. Install, maintain, and upgrade network interface programs. Monitor and uphold security procedures. Manage network performance and ensure reliability. Troubleshoot and resolve intricate issues to maintain uninterrupted mission-critical applications. Maintain fault-tolerant systems and manage system backups effectively. Recommend enhancements in methods or procedures as needed. As an intern Network Engineer at the Battle Lab, you will play a vital role in designing, deploying, and maintaining advanced network environments for testing and experimentation. Collaborating with senior engineers, you will engage in configuring network devices, troubleshooting issues, monitoring performance, and ensuring reliable, secure connectivity across lab systems. You will coordinate and assist with routing and switching tasks, network security activities, vulnerability scanning using tools like Qualys, and the documentation of network designs and FedRAMP aligned boundaries. Join cross-functional teams to improve processes and contribute to the Battle Lab's mission by enabling resilient and high-performance network capabilities. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. 3-5 years of relevant experience. Ability to work on problems of moderate scope, requiring analysis of various data factors. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions. Build productive internal/external working relationships. Length of Program: 31-60 Days (60 days) Total Number of Weeks: 8 Week 1: Introduction to Maximus & Network Operations - Learn company structure, network operations, workflows, and tools (Salesforce). Week 2: Maximus Enterprise Infrastructure Overview - Understand core networking concepts: TCP/IP, OSI, VLANs, routing basics, DNS/DHCP. Week 3: Routing & Switching Technologies - Apply routing/switching concepts: OSPF, BGP basics, STP, trunking, EtherChannel. Week 4: Network Security & Access Control - Learn firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, Qualys scanning, and FedRAMP boundary requirements. Week 5: Network Monitoring, Tools, & Troubleshooting - Use monitoring tools (SolarWinds, etc.) and Salesforce for incident tracking. Week 6: Wireless Networking & Unified Communications - Understand wireless standards, controllers, AP provisioning, VoIP, and QoS basics. Week 7: Cloud & Virtual Networking Technologies - Learn cloud networking (AWS/Azure), SD WAN, virtualization, and cloud security tools. Week 8: Network Design, Documentation, & Continuous Improvement - Create network diagrams, document FedRAMP boundary designs, and support improvement efforts. #DODSkillBridge #veteranspage #C0reJobs #LI-Remote EEO Statement: Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency: Maximus compensation considers various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis, including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is only one part of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides an array of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not affect compensation determinations. Accommodations: Maximus offers reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you need assistance at any stage of the employment process, including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews, please contact People Operations.

Created: 2026-03-17