Network Engineer

Summary

SAIC is seeking a mid-level network engineer to support U.S. Navy afloat networks and shipboard IT operations. The role provides break/fix troubleshooting, network and server support, root cause analysis, customer guidance, technical briefings, and engineering design review participation, with frequent onsite work in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

• 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
• 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
• 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

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 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
• 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

Nice to Haves

• 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

Benefits

• Remote but MUST BE LOCAL TO AREA