Defense Network Engineer: 24/7 MQ-9 Network Ops

Sigma Defense Systems; Indian Springs (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance with HSA, FSA, DFSA Plans

Life and AD&D coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions

160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)

12 (Floating) Holidays

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sigma Defense Systems is seeking a Network Engineer to support the Air Force at Creech AFB, NV. This role involves operating and maintaining the MQ-9 communications network, ensuring high network availability, and resolving complex network infrastructure issues.

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in network administration, certification in Security+ or CCNP, and capability in troubleshooting various protocols. Benefits include dental, vision, and medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of network administration with minimum 5 years as a network engineer.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues and document actions clearly.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of the MQ-9 communications system.
• Escalated troubleshooting support for the C-NOC.
• Monitor networks for performance, integrity, and security.

Skills

Network administration

BGP

EIGRP

OSPF protocols

Layer 2 switching

Multicast routing

DMVPN tunnels

IPsec

Customer communication

Technical documentation

Education

Security+, CCNP, or equivalent certification

Active Secret or higher security clearance

Tools

Cisco ISE

SolarWinds

Job description

Sigma Defense Systems is seeking a Network Engineer to support the Air Force at Creech AFB, NV. This role involves operating and maintaining the MQ-9 communications network, ensuring high network availability, and resolving complex network infrastructure issues.

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in network administration, certification in Security+ or CCNP, and capability in troubleshooting various protocols. Benefits include dental, vision, and medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and competitive salary.