SAIC

Network Engineer

SAIC • $95K — $115K *
North Charleston, SC 29405In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS degree with nine years of experience, or thirteen years of experience without degree
  • Expertise in enterprise network architecture and DoD standards
  • Familiarity with dynamic routing protocols like BGP and OSPF
  • Experience with Cisco and Juniper networking hardware
  • Skilled in documentation and diagnostic tools like Wireshark and SolarWinds

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement large-scale enterprise network architectures
  • Configure and optimize network devices for secure, efficient performance
  • Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement mitigations
  • Manage dynamic routing protocols and support LMR communication systems
  • Develop and maintain network diagrams and engineering documentation
  • Monitor and troubleshoot network performance using diagnostic tools
  • Act as a technical liaison, providing updates to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model requiring on-site presence (at least 30%)
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical programs
  • Engagement with advanced network technologies
  • Collaboration with military and federal IT environments
  • Professional development in a cybersecurity-focused role
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to support a mission-critical program. The candidate will design, configure, and secure enterprise network solutions in alignment with DoD requirements.

The candidate will sit at our customer site in either Stafford, VA or North Charleston, SC.

Note: This role is hybrid and will require the candidate on-site at least 30%

Job Duties:
  • Design, implement, and manage large-scale enterprise network architectures, including LAN, WAN, routing, and switching.
  • Configure and optimize network devices to ensure secure, efficient performance while meeting mission requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, including RMF, STIGs, and IAVM guidelines.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments, implement mitigations, and validate cybersecurity controls.
  • Configure and manage dynamic routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF) and support backhaul technologies for communication systems like Land Mobile Radio (LMR).
  • Develop and maintain network diagrams, topology maps, and engineering documentation using tools like Microsoft Visio.
  • Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot network performance using diagnostic tools such as Wireshark and SolarWinds.
  • Deploy and maintain enterprise-grade networking hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls).
  • Serve as a technical liaison, reporting progress and providing solutions to stakeholders.


Qualifications

Required Education and Work Experience:
  • BS degree and nine (9) years of experience; four (4) additional years in lieu of degree.
  • Expertise in large-scale enterprise network architectures, DoD-specific standards (e.g., RMF, STIGs, JIE), and dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
  • Experience with advanced network hardware from vendors like Cisco and Juniper.
  • Skilled in creating detailed documentation and using diagnostic tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds).

Required Security Clearance:
  • No clearance required to start, must have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience with Navy or USMC networks or Federal IT environments.
  • Knowledge of communication systems like Land Mobile Radio (LMR).
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and support diverse operational environments.


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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