Amentum

Senior Network/Systems Engineer

Amentum$175K — $185K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in WIDS administrative functions and monitoring.
  • Proficiency with wireless monitoring equipment for threat detection.
  • Solid background in working with Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) entities.
  • Exceptional teamwork skills to coordinate with IC partners on operational issues.
  • Strong technical writing skills for SOPs and reporting templates.
  • Thorough understanding of national and DoD WIDS directives and technology standards.
  • Ability to travel globally for work assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement servers on both Linux and Windows platforms.
  • Ensure systems meet cybersecurity compliance standards.
  • Continuously monitor system performance and integrity.
  • Automate operational tasks and assess their efficiency.
  • Develop and enforce security measures for the program.
  • Prepare and consolidate monthly performance reports for management review.
  • Facilitate communication and high-level meetings with government representatives.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching.
  • Educational reimbursement support.
  • Parental leave options.
  • Employee stock purchase plan availability.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage.
  • Pet insurance plans.
Full Job Description
Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist (WIDS)-III responsible for managing up to 20 personnel overseeing the program's Monitoring and Response (M&R).

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Design and deploy functional servers on Linux and Windows operating systems.
  • Maintain system compliance with cyber security standards and practices
  • Monitor system performance and integrity.
  • Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.
  • Create, oversee and test security measures (e.g. access authentication and disaster recovery, etc.)
  • Consolidate Monthly Reports, including Contract Status Reports, Program Management Reviews, and other Contract Deliverables in coordination with PM.
  • Conduct High-Level overviews with government COR and CO.
  • Communicate with users when needed.
  • Maintain complete technical documentation.
  • Suggest improvements to performance, capacity and scalability.
  • Install systems in CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations as directed by project PM.


Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • Background and experience in Bastille WIDS administrative functions, metrics, and active M&R.
  • Experience with wireless monitoring equipment to identify unauthorized signals and make recommended mitigations and response.
  • Experience working with the IC and DoD elements and supporting contractor base.
  • Experience in coordinating, collaborating, and deconflicting issues with IC partners.
  • Experience in coordinating, collaborating, and deconflicting issues with IC partners.
  • Experience in writing operating procedures and reporting templates to ensure best practices are being implemented across the sections in accordance with national and DoD requirements.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of National and DoD directives, orders, regulations, and instructions governing the conduct of WIDS activities.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of wireless protocols and Radio Frequency (RF) theory.
  • Experience with mobile wireless direction-finding equipment and signal detection, identification, and reporting.
  • Ability to travel worldwide.


Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree in relevant area, such as Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or other computer or information technology-related field.

Minimum Years of Experience: (5 years with Bachelors; 3-5 years with Masters, 1-2 years with PhD).

Required Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

This position [is not] designated as a safety sensitive position.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation Details:
$175,000-$185,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
05/15/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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