Network Engineer

General Dynamics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) plan

FSAs/HSAs

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Wellness coaching

Onsite health services

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO seeks an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure in San Diego. You will manage routers, switches, firewalls, and related security requirements while collaborating with IT staff and vendors.

The role emphasizes SDN/SDP, Zero Trust, scripting, and robust documentation. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential in a fast-paced environment with a strong safety and quality focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT/Engineering/CS.
• 7+ years of relevant network engineering experience.
• CCNP certification strongly preferred; CCNP level expertise required.
• Experience with CISCO products and technology (Catalyst, Fabric, ISE).
• Experience with cloud networking and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, builds, and tests network solutions as part of a team.
• Configures, installs, and troubleshoots routers, switches, firewalls, and network components.
• Manages network policies, segmentation, automation and assurance.
• Documents network designs and diagrams.
• Provides day-to-day network services to IT staff and end users.
• Engages with service providers and vendors for guidance and best practices.
• Adapts to changing environments and learns emerging technologies.
• Monitors key system metrics using SolarWinds for trend analysis.
• Supports continuous improvement to safety, quality, and cost.

Skills

CCNP certification

Routing protocols & TCP/IP

Zero Trust Access & SDP

Network security requirements

Scripting: Python/Perl

Analytical & communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering/CS or equivalent

Tools

Cisco Catalyst/ISE

Palo Alto firewalls

SolarWinds

F5 load balancer

SDN/SDP tooling

Job description

Summary

As a member of the IT Infrastructure team, the Network Engineer is responsible for the design, administration, upgrade, and maintenance of NASSCO’s enterprise network hardware and software.

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled

Shift: 1st

Security Clearance: No Clearance

Essential Functions And Duties

• Designs, develops, builds, and tests network engineering solutions as part of a team that introduces new technologies and/or improves existing technologies in compliance with security requirements and established project management processes.
• Configures, installs, and troubleshoots routers, switches, firewalls, and various other network and telecommunication components.
• Manages network policies, segmentation, automation and assurance.
• Documents network designs and diagrams.
• Provides day-to-day network services to IT personnel and end users.
• Provides support to team members and as necessary engages with service providers and vendors to report issues and obtain guidance on best practices.
• Adapts to changing environments and becomes proficient with emerging technology and products independently.
• Monitors key system metrics to identify trends and analysis using networking monitoring tools such as SolarWinds.
• Actively participants in implementing and monitoring continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety and quality, reduce cycle time, and minimize cost.
• Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills And Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience is required.
• Considered to be expert in discipline.
• CCNP certification is strongly preferred, CCNP level network expertise is required.
• Expertise in routing protocols, TCP/IP protocols, security requirements and network communications is required.
• Experience with Software-Defined Perimeter and Network (SDP)(SDN) and Zero Trust Access (ZTNA) is required.
• Extensive experience in troubleshooting network problems is required.
• Experience with CISCO products and technology (Catalyst Center, Fabric, ISE) is required.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls is required.
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds is required.
• Experience with network LAN/WAN cabling, including fiber optic technologies, is required.
• Experience with load balancing on the F5 platform including SSL termination is preferred.
• Experience with cloud networking is preferred.
• Ability to script using Python, Perl, or other scripting languages.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and organizational skills, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and take a proactive approach to responsibilities.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, resolve conflicts, and foster a productive team environment.
• Ability to work effectively with various groups in developing solutions to problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, or controls, and to talk and hear. Must be physically able to walk to all yard locations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PAY SCALE

$143,900 - $186,200

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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