About the job Network Engineer
Network Engineer Onsite (Camp Pendleton, CA)
Contingent Position Active Secret Security Clearance Required
An organization is seeking a Network Engineer to provide support for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems. This role supports a government contract providing Data Management and Cybersecurity services in support of Testing, Engineering, Integration, and Sustainment of Marine Corps C5ISR Programs of Record.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO:
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Plan for new initiatives and expand the existing network infrastructure.
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Modernize network architecture in a secure manner to handle diversity and emerging requirements.
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Provide solutions for issues such as traffic congestion, infrastructure upgrades, and routine troubleshooting.
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Develop documentation and how-to guides on networks integrating C5ISR systems.
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Deploy, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware or virtual network infrastructure (e.g., routers, switches, network monitoring devices) typically used by the Fleet Marine Force.
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Integrate multiple network transport systems to support wide-area network connectivity (e.g., satellite, radio frequency, troposcatter, tactical landlines like fiber optic cabling).
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Document solutions, diagrams, and blueprints for network-related issues and innovative solutions for fielded and future programs.
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Install required hardware/software, create system backups, and monitor system performance.
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Deploy, configure, maintain, update, and troubleshoot virtual infrastructure environments and network administrator workstations.
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Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network services (e.g., Domain Controllers, DNS, Mail/Exchange).
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Design, deploy, and maintain Wi-Fi networks and other wireless technologies in support of tactical deployments.
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Provide expertise on Software-Defined Networks (SDN), including SD-WAN, wireless networking, NAC, segmentation, and secure campus solutions for distributed operations.
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Perform cybersecurity hardening and security monitoring on network infrastructures (STIGs, patching, ACAS scanning, etc.).
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Manage and maintain security-related configurations within the network according to operational requirements.
WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES:
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Advanced network training and 4+ years of demonstrated network engineering experience.
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CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level 2 security certification.
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Experience with TCP/IP analysis and troubleshooting using a packet analyzer.
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
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Experience with system administration on MS Windows or Linux.
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Experience with VMware Virtualization technologies.
WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS:
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Wireshark Certified Network Analyst or RCPE Professional Packet Analyzer Plus.
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Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Design Professional (Route/Switch).
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VMware Certified Associate or Specialty Certification.
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Certification in a Network Operating System (e.g., MS Windows Server, Linux).
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SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor (SAM) Certified Professional.
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Experience or training with scripting languages (e.g., Perl, PowerShell, Linux Shell).
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Experience with DoD tactical Wide Area Networks (WAN) using tactical RF and Satellite systems.
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Experience with instrumentation, data collection, and management of In-Band/Out-of-Band networks.
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Experience designing and implementing Modeling and Simulation test tools.