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Network Engineer
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Network Engineer
SAIC - Science Applications International Corporation
Network Engineer Location: Norfolk United States Job ID: 2611040 Location: Norfolk, VA, United States Category: Information Technology Subcategory: Network Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 25% of the time Minimum Clearance Required: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI Potential for Remote Work: Remote Job Description: SAIC is seeking a TACNET CB-ISEA Mid-level Network Engineer (Fleet Support) to join our team in Norfolk, VA. This role is Remote but MUST BE LOCAL TO AREA due to on site needs. This position requires frequent and regular onsite support aboard U.S. Navy ships. The engineer will work directly with Active Duty personnel and government staff to deliver high quality repair and technical support for Navy afloat networks, including systems such as ADNS, ISNS, CANES, FSW, CENTRIXS, Legacy SCI, VIXS, and WRBS. Travel within the U.S. and internationally may be required (approx. 25%), along with occasional after hours support. JOB DUTIES: - Provide break/fix IT support in a fast paced shipboard environment and troubleshoot LAN issues to determine effective resolutions. - Perform root cause analysis and recommend permanent configuration or system changes when needed. - Collaborate with external partners, consultants, vendors, and government agencies to resolve inter-system issues and support integration efforts. - Deliver server and network break/fix support, including remote troubleshooting of servers, networks, desktops, and peripheral devices. - Advise and guide Navy customers on best practices for maintaining afloat networks and associated components supporting data, voice, and communication services. - Participate in technical meetings, prepare progress updates, and deliver briefs and presentations as needed. - Support engineering and design reviews through participation in integrated product teams. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelors and two (2) years or more experience; Masters and 0 years related experience. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree to be considered. - Must be a U.S. Citizen - Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start - Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI after start - 3+ years of experience supporting military network environments relevant to the listed responsibilities. - Administration experience with Cisco switches/routers, Windows Server, or Linux. - Working knowledge of core networking concepts and protocols. - Current DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+). - Ability to obtain an approved Operating System certification (e.g., CCNA, Microsoft Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Linux+, VCP, or equivalent cloud certifications) within 6 months of hire. DESIRED SKILLS: - Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise scale networks (LAN/WAN/MAN/datacenter). - Proficiency with enterprise wireless technologies (802.11 standards, controller-based systems, RF design, tuning, and modern security such as WPA3/802.1X). - Knowledge of high availability architectures including HSRP/VRRP, redundant WAN edges, load balancing, and resilient datacenter fabrics. - Hands on experience with next generation firewalls, segmentation approaches, and zero trust architectures across large networks. - Experience supporting hybrid infrastructures integrating on prem networks with Azure, AWS, or GovCloud and secure identity integration. - Strong troubleshooting skills, including performing root cause analysis and developing corrective actions that minimize operational impact. - Ability to collaborate with customers, partners, and engineering teams to resolve high severity issues and represent the team in cross functional forums. - 1+ years of experience with IT ticketing systems such as HEAT, TrackIT, Magic, Remedy, Peregrine, or HELIX. - Experience supporting Microsoft Office and Windows OS in enterprise environments. - Familiarity with afloat Navy systems including CANES, ADNS, CENTRIXS, FSW, ISNS, ONE NET, SCI-Networks, SUB LAN, VIXS, WRBS, CND, and SCIP IWF. Overview SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion.
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