Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required; TS/SCI preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience with Cisco routing and switching for DoD programs.
CompTIA Security+ CE certification required; must meet DoW Cyber Workforce Framework qualifications.
CCNA required; CCNP or equivalent preferred.
Experience with network automation, next-gen firewalls, VPNs, and SDN.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel for data reporting.
Responsibilities
Develop network topologies and IP addressing plans for Navy systems.
Lead integration, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN architectures.
Plan for end-of-life replacements and evaluate emerging technologies.
Author test plans, technical documentation, and engineering reports.
Provide technical guidance to production teams and military stakeholders.
Deploy SDN and automated tools for efficient network provisioning.
Travel OCONUS for fleet installations and system deployments.
Benefits
Flexible work hours to support OCONUS customers.
Opportunity to work independently and collaboratively with leadership.
Engagement with cutting-edge technologies in network engineering.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
Cypher Analytics is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, sustain, and modernize complex networks supporting OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) Naval operations. The Network Engineer translates mission and technical requirements into secure, scalable, well-documented network solutions. Responsibilities span the full network lifecycle, including architecture, configuration, integration, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, sustainment, and end-of-life replacement.
Minimum Requirements:
Security Clearance: Active DoW Secret Security Clearance is required; ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI Clearance preferred.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related physical science/operational research discipline.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of dedicated engineering experience designing, configuring, deploying, testing, and troubleshooting Cisco routing and switching solutions supporting DoW programs.
Cybersecurity Workforce Qualification: Must meet DoW Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualification requirements for the assigned work role. Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification is required.
Certifications: CCNA is required; CCNP or equivalent professional-level certification is highly preferred.
Modern Tools: Demonstrated experience with network automation, next-generation firewalls, VPNs, Layer 2/3 protocols, SDN, and Catalyst Center solutions.
Data & Reporting: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Project, PowerPoint) with advanced MS Excel capabilities for data-driven engineering reporting.
Work Environment: Work flexible hours occasionally to support OCONUS customers. Work both independently and as part of a team and able to interact effectively with all levels of leadership.
Essential Functions:
Network Design & Architecture: Develop network topologies, templates, and IP addressing plans that meet Navy system requirements.
Engineering & Implementation: Lead the integration, configuration, testing, deployment, securing, and troubleshooting of wired and wireless LAN/WAN architectures including next-generation firewalls and VPNs. Monitor performance and support sustainment of fielded networks.
Lifecycle Support: Plan end-of-life replacements and technology refreshes, evaluate emerging technologies, and conduct analysis of alternatives (AoA) for legacy systems.
Testing & Documentation: Author test plans, technical design documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and engineering reports and status updates.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide technical guidance and briefings to production teams, systems engineers, program managers, and senior military stakeholders.
Automation & Software-Defined Networking: Deploy SDN (SD-WAN, SD-Access) and automated configuration tools to streamline network provisioning, accelerate fleet deployments, and improve network reliability.
Travel: Ability to travel OCONUS to support fleet installations and system deployments.
