Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field with 3-5 years of experience in network engineering.
Proven experience in designing and maintaining DoD enterprise and tactical networks.
Strong background in LAN, WAN, IP networking, routing, and switching.
Expertise in developing network architectures and technical documentation.
Experience with secure communications systems in operational environments.
Familiarity with Cisco technologies and network modernization initiatives.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Design and maintain complex network architectures for mission-critical DoD environments.
Translate customer requirements into scalable network solutions.
Create engineering diagrams, implementation plans, and technical documentation.
Integrate and troubleshoot various network systems including LAN, WAN, and cloud-enabled networks.
Develop and execute network test plans and performance assessments.
Conduct capacity planning and operational network assessments.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical working groups.
Benefits
Hybrid work model in San Diego, CA.
Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship.
Engagement in mission-critical projects for the U.S. Navy and DoD.
Potential for travel up to 25% for project support.
Full Job Description
Job Description
SAIC is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to support the design, integration, modernization, testing, and sustainment of mission-critical communications networks and information systems supporting the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense (DoD). The successful candidate will provide technical leadership in the planning, design, implementation, and operation of complex network architectures supporting enterprise, tactical, and operational mission environments.
THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE IN SAN DIEGO, CA. MUST BE LOCAL TO AREA. REQUIRES UP TO 25% OF TRAVEL
JOB DUTIES:
Design, develop, and maintain enterprise, tactical, and operational network architectures supporting mission-critical DoD environments.
Analyze customer requirements and translate operational needs into scalable network solutions.
Engineer and integrate LAN, WAN, cloud-enabled, and tactical communications networks.
Configure, integrate, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, network appliances, and communications systems.
Develop and execute network test plans, technical evaluations, and performance assessments.
Perform capacity planning, traffic analysis, and operational network assessments.
Provide engineering recommendations to government customers and program leadership.
Mentor junior engineers and support technical working groups.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline and five (5) years of related experience; or Master's degree and three (3) years of related experience.
Experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise and tactical networks supporting DoD environments.
Experience supporting LAN, WAN, IP networking, routing, switching, and network modernization initiatives.
Experience integrating secure communications systems across geographically distributed operational environments.
Experience supporting network testing, validation, troubleshooting, and operational assessments.
Experience configuring and supporting Cisco routing, switching, and enterprise networking technologies.
Experience supporting Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or other DoD communications and network infrastructure programs.
Experience supporting systems integration and deployment activities within laboratory, development, test, or operational environments.
Strong customer-facing communication and technical leadership skills.
Clearance Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must have an Active Secret Security Clearance before start.
Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance after start.
DESIRED SKILLS:
Experience supporting Navy communications programs, shipboard networks, CANES, C4I, or Information Warfare systems.
Experience supporting network modernization, systems integration, and communications engineering efforts within operational fleet environments.
Experience with cross-domain solutions, multi-level security environments, and secure information transfer technologies.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification.
CompTIA Security+, Network+, Project+, ITIL, CEH, or equivalent industry certifications.
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.
