DESCRIPTION

We have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Sr. Principal Network Engineer based out of San Diego, CA. As a Sr. Principal Network Engineer you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS FOR SR. PRINCIPAL NETWORK ENGINEER:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Master (MS) degree; OR 4 years of experience with STEM PhD degree; an additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree.
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
• Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP.
• Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE).
• Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
• Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time
• CLEARANCE: Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR SR. PRINCIPAL NETWORK ENGINEER:

• DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
• A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent.
• Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco Client.
• Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs.
• Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
• Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2.
• Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services.
• Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC
• Experience with Cisco Modelling Labs (CML) or Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL).
• Proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio
• Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance
  Job Type: Contract
  Pay: $80.00 - $100.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso

• Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment
• Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program’s systems
• Implement engineering changes to the system as required
• Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures
• Responsible for completing the network configurations and coordinating with the peers, SMEs, and government engineers.
• Occasional travel may be required