Network Engineer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 102,160 - 220,238; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is looking for a Network Engineer for their Fort Belvoir, VA location. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in project management, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, specific certifications, and an active SECRET security clearance. The position provides competitive salary options ranging from $102,160 to $220,238 and includes comprehensive benefits. The role requires on-site presence during projects and up to 25% travel to US Army sites.

Qualifications

• 8+ years relevant project management experience is required.
• Active SECRET clearance needed, willing to pursue TOP SECRET.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Architect and support modernization of US Army IT infrastructure.
• Analyze site survey reports and craft network architectures.
• Directly interact with US Army and DoD personnel.

Skills

Project management

Network architecture

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields

Project Management Professional certification

Tools

CCNP or CCIE certifications

Job description

Job Description

Mission Technologies is searching for an experienced Network Engineer to join our team in Fort Belvoir, VA. HII’s Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting‑edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives. This role is part of a current proposal scheduled to start in 2026.

Security Clearance: Secret. Level of Experience: Mid.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Architect and support modernization, expansion, enhancement, and upgrades across US Army IT infrastructure, IT systems, IT support systems, and communications systems.
• Analyze site survey reports, recommend network modernization upgrades, craft network architectures, and assist operations leads in creating deployment plans and executing capability roll‑outs.
• Directly interact with US Army, DoD, and other USG personnel; brief technical plans and adjust architecture requirements to fit US Army acquisition and supply chain requirements.

Compensation

Salary Range: $102,160 – $220,238.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, economics, computer science, engineering, or relevant degree. Additional 4+ years of relevant experience allowed in lieu of degree.
• 8+ years relevant project management experience.
• Project Management Professional certification.
• Active SECRET clearance. Willingness to pursue TOP SECRET with SCI eligibility.
• Project managers expected to be available onsite at Ft Belvoir, VA during active projects.
• On‑site work at Ft Belvoir, VA during normal business hours.
• Up to 25% travel expected to US Army CONUS sites during deployment phases.

Preferred Requirements

• Active or prior TOP SECRET/SCI clearance.
• Willingness to deploy to USG sites for 2‑4 weeks at a time.
• Advanced professional networking certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or industry equivalent.
• Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as DoDAF, TOGAF, etc.
• Excellent analytical, technical, communication, planning, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Experience evaluating current‑state network architectures and identifying effective, secure, scalable solutions.
• Designing solutions and developing supporting documentation, including plans, diagrams, specifications, topologies, and configurations.
• Providing technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle and reaching back SME support when unforeseen obstacles arise.
• Developing technical presentations, reviewing engineering proposals, and providing guidance during technical engineering and review board meetings.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles as outlined in CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model and NIST SP 800‑27 Zero Trust Architecture.
• Developing and implementing industry best practices through standards guidelines, processes, and procedures aligned with Federal, DoD, and U.S. Army policies and regulations.

Benefits

Competitive benefits include best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; 401(k) savings plan options; financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

Application Statement

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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.