We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to strengthen networking initiatives supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with military C4I systems and secure operational networks. This role requires the capability to lead complex networking efforts independently, demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness in addressing challenging technical issues. Up to 25% OCONUS travel will be required to support integration and testing activities.

Job Description

• Senior Network Engineer
• Full time
• Remote / Hybrid

*This position requires an active U.S. national security clearance. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead network design process, manage existing networks.
• Work in collaboration with the US Government network engineers, US Government Cyber/IA engineers, and other professionals in network setup and configuration.
• Analyze and administer the technical architecture of Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks.
• Superior troubleshooting skills, ability to isolate problems, restore service and determine root cause.
• Work in a network engineering sandbox, developing, and integrating various Cisco products.
• Design and implementation of complex solutions.
• Investigate and recommend security products with a focus on integration of management and monitoring platforms.
• Experience providing resolution to networking problems associated with Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) networks and upgrades.
• Experience serving as a networking subject matter expert to engineers, technicians, and IT specialists in planning, distributing, coordinating, and monitoring networking work assignments of the program.

Required Qualifications

• Currently holds an active U.S. national security clearance or be able to receive and maintain one. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link.
• 7-10 years of Network Engineering experience in the following areas:
• • Proficient in Cisco network devices including switches, routers and firewalls
  • Proficient in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures utilizing Cisco products.
  • Advance knowledge with TCP/IP, MPLS, OSPF, EIGRP, DMVPN/mGRE.
  • Experience using network Performance/Load testing tools (e.g., Spirent, T-Berd)
  • Must be able to diagnose and resolve network hardware and software problems associated with the data center infrastructure.
• Experience with documenting Network Designs.
• Experience performing site surveys/ PITCO evaluations on equipment and SOVts.
• Experience as a systems administrator for various operating systems.
• Experience with VMWare.
• Experience with COMSEC.
• Ability to create documents for use in training operations personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CCNP, CCNP Security, or CCIE.
• Skilled in implementing network security solutions including firewalls and intrusion prevention systems.
• Familiarity with Cyber Security Tools like Splunk, Vectra Networks, Security Onion.
• Deep understanding of IPSEC and 802.1X.
• Familiarity with Virtualization platforms involving Network Function Virtualization and VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Should be well-versed with all aspects of project management such as team building, staff training and scheduling.

Clearance Requirements

Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information. Positions that require this access will be required to receive and maintain a U.S. government personnel security clearance (PCL). In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must be a US Citizen and either currently possess this National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout their employment. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link.

Pay Scales & Benefits

The listed pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this position for the location for which it has been posted and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Other compensation considerations may include, but are not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other applicable factors.

Benefits include...

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Optional HSA and FSA

Base and Voluntary Life Insurance

Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k Matching

Employee Assistance Program

The pay range for this role is:

120,000 - 160,000 USD per year (San Diego, CA (FSI))