Network Engineer *

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 72,637 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies is actively seeking a cleared Network Engineer to join the team on-site at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. The role focuses on installing, upgrading, monitoring, and supporting networks for sensitive programs, with leadership in project design and risk mitigation.

Required qualifications include TS/SCI clearance and DoD 8570/8140 IAT II certification (Sec+, CYSA+).

Qualifications

• Must currently possess TS/SCI security clearance and be able to pass enhanced checks.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT II certification required (Sec+, CYSA+, etc.).
• CCNA certification required; CCNP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, monitor, and support networks for multiple Special Programs.
• Develop network solutions meeting customer needs for varied project sizes.
• Lead small to medium project initiatives and provide technical expertise.
• Analyze and diagnose problems to determine causes and corrective actions.
• Install network equipment for wired, data, and VOIP systems.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

IAT II certification

CCNA

CCNP

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma with 6-13+ years experience

Tools

Cisco Switches/Routers

Firewalls

IPS

PKI

DNS

ACAS/Nessus

VMWare

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Requisition Number:28960

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$72,637.00-$145,000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies (MT) is actively recruiting for a cleared Network Engineer to join our team on-site at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (Dayton, Ohio). Description:

• Responsible for installation, upgrading, monitoring, maintaining and supporting networks for multiple Special Programs.
• Develop network solutions that meet customer needs for projects with varying size and complexity.
• Lead small and medium size project initiatives and provide technical expertise to network and systems administrators.
• Analyzing and diagnosing computer and communications problems to determine causes and make recommendations as to necessary corrective actions.
• Perform installation of various network equipment/hardware, to wired, data systems, and VOIP.

This position is located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio and is within a commutable distance from Beavercreek, Fairborn, Dayton, and Riverside.

• Develop architectural diagrams of systems using standard templates to illustrate solutions to customers and technical staff.
• Identify customer requirements and assist with design of enterprise systems.
• Design and configure systems to DoD security standards and communicate technical controls to customers and management.
• Interact with the government leads to ensure that all system and interface requirements are consistent and valid across the enterprise.
• Develop, document, execute, and integrate systems engineering processes as required to enable effective systems engineering and integration efforts.
• Integrate activities over the life cycle of systems within the Enterprise including prototyping and production, as well as operations and sustainment.
• Develop feasibility studies, plans, papers, and other documentation in support of decision making.
• Optimize network performance, where applicable.
• Well versed in network monitoring software.
• The ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Assist in mentoring and training junior technical personnel.
• Collaborate with support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. military.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-9+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field OR
• 0-7+ years experience with Masters in related field OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 6-13+ years relevant experience
• Must currently possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance with ability to pass enhanced security checks
• Must possess and maintain a DoD 8570/8140 approved IAT II level certification (Sec+, CYSA+, etc.)
• CCNA Certification

Preferred Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience associated with providing support for network infrastructure operations, maintenance, sustainment, network project design and implementation.
• Cisco Switches/Routers, Firewalls and IPS hands, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), DNS, ACAS/Nessus, VMWare
• CCNP Certification
• Experience with crypto logical devices like: KG250x, KG-175D/F/G.
• Some basic knowledge of programming languages like Python and experience with Linux operating systems would be a plus.
• Experience working with government and military defense.

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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