Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field with 5 years of experience; OR Master's degree with 3 years; OR PhD with no experience required.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is mandatory.
Preferred experience with network protocols and hardware from vendors like Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto Networks.
Familiarity with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark and virtualization technologies like VMware is highly desired.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills are essential.
Responsibilities
Perform Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) for IT and Network Engineering activities.
Evaluate network design, implementation, maintenance, optimization, and security.
Assess and review existing network architectures for scalability and performance.
Monitor existing networks, identify bottlenecks, and recommend optimization improvements.
Conduct evaluations of network security protocols and perform risk assessments.
Provide expert advisory support on network architecture and security risks.
Offer insights on IT infrastructure concerns including data center layout and management.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Flexible work arrangements and remote work options.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Retirement savings plans with company matching.
Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Description
Job Description:
Perform Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) for systems engineering activities related to Information Technology (IT) and Network Engineering, including concept of operations formulation, requirements definition and analysis, system architecting and design, interface and data architectures, validation and verification, systems integration, operational performance and systems analysis, lifecycle cost analysis/estimation, decision analysis, and physical configuration analysis (PCA).
Evaluate network design, implementation, maintenance, optimization, security, and troubleshooting/problem resolution.
Assess proposed network designs and review existing network architectures to ensure scalable, high-performance systems.
Monitor and evaluate existing networks for optimal operation, identify bottlenecks, and recommend and implement performance and optimization improvements.
Conduct evaluations of network security protocols, perform risk assessments, and recommend strategies to mitigate security vulnerabilities.
Provide expert advisory support to customers on network architecture, performance, and security risks based on technical expertise in network design, monitoring, and risk mitigation.
Provide perspective on IT infrastructure concerns, including data center floor layout, power and cooling, data storage, infrastructure management, backup solutions, monitoring, operating systems, directory services, identity management, access management, and automation.
Possess comprehensive knowledge of network systems architecture, security protocols, VPNs, firewalls, cloud networking, data center environments, and virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex tasks and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Experience with IT and network automation tools (e.g., Ansible) is highly desired.
Qualifications
Required Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in a related field and no professional experience required.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required for consideration.
Preferred experience with network protocols, network hardware (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls) from major vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto Networks.
Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., Wireshark) and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware) is strongly desired.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills are required.
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
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.
