Cloud Based Network Engineer

TACNET ISEA Network Engineer (Fleet Support)

SAIC is seeking a TACNET ISEA Network Engineer (Fleet Support) to join our team in San Diego, CA. This position is remote with expectations to be on-site onboard US Navy ships and shore stations periodically. Candidate will interface with Active-Duty personnel and US Government employees to provide top notch repair support with a focus on United States Navy related networks. Related systems include Automated Digital Networking System (ADNS), Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES), Flank Speed Wireless (FSW) and Navy Exchange Point (NXP) and all associated installed applications. The position may require travel, equal to approximately 25%, both US and international along with some off-hour support.

Job duties include:

• Provide break/fix Information Technology support in a fast paced, high-energy environment.
• Analyze issues in an Enterprise LAN Shipboard/Cloud Environments to determine the best course of action for resolution.
• Provide root cause analysis and be comfortable recommending permanent configuration changes when necessary.
• Manage and configure network security by uploading SD WAN configurations, setting up VPN tunnels, and updating firewall settings.
• Work in cooperation with external partners, including consultants, agencies and vendors, to troubleshoot intra-system issues, and to assist with system integration design solutions.
• Provide server break-fix and provide remote support for server, network, desktop, and peripheral equipment.
• Interface and direct US Navy Customers regarding the proper approach to maintaining US Navy Afloat networks and the associated network components supporting data, voice and/or audio communication activities.
• Attend and participate in technical meetings, report on technical progress, prepare briefs, and provide presentations.
• Participate in integrated product teams and engineering/design reviews.

Qualifications requirements include:

• Bachelor's and five (5) years or more of related experience; Masters and 3 years of experience. An additional four years of experience may be applied in lieu of a Bachelors. 4 + years' experience in a military network environment directly related to the proposed area of responsibility.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an Active Secret Clearance at start.
• Administration experience with cloud environments. Working knowledge and experience with basic networking concepts and protocols.
• Must have a current DoD IAT Level II certification such as CompTIA Security+ certification or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
• Must be able to obtain one additional certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, Google Professional Cloud Architect, Cloud+, CCNP Cloud, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or equivalent within 6 months of hire date.

Desired skills include:

• Windows and Linux system administrator skills.
• Experience with standing up and maintaining cloud infrastructure. Knowledge on network routing & switching systems (e.g. switches, routers) - Experience with TACLANES, and other with COMSEC devices.
• Knowledge on Virtualization (e.g. VMware).
• Possess the skills to exercise independent judgement within broadly defined practices and policies of military data communications.
• Strong communicator with high proficiency with Microsoft Office software products.
• Customer Service orientated.
• Familiarity with one of the following systems is a plus: CANES, ADNS, FSW and NXP.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.