Network Engineer - 26-033

Socket.dev; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. seeks a Network Engineer for the NOTM program in San Diego, CA. You will support NIWC Pacific, install and troubleshoot routing, switching, and satellite systems, and help military personnel resolve networking issues.

Required are an active Secret/Top Secret clearance, CCNA, Security+ CE, and a Bachelor's degree in engineering or CS with 2–6 years experience. Travel up to 10% may be involved; E-Verify is used.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required at minimum; Top Secret clearance upon hire is stated as must-have.
• CCNA and Security+ CE certifications required (or within 90 days of hire).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and 2-6 years of experience.
• Experience with NSA Type 1 encryption equipment is required.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure networked systems including routing and switching devices.
• Establish and maintain tactical network connectivity for security enclaves and satellite systems.
• Provide assistance to military personnel in networking and systems issues.
• Test and evaluate new equipment for the NOTM program.
• Assess QoS strategies to improve network performance.

Skills

Security+ CE

CCNA

Network troubleshooting

Technical writing

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science related field

Tools

VSAT

NSA Type 1 encryption equipment

Cisco SD-WAN

Job description

Description

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE UPON HIRE TO BE CONSIDERED.

WE USE E-VERIFY TO ELECTRONICALLY CONFIRM THE EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF NEWLY HIRED EMPLOYEES.

COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND A COMPANY THAT CARES!

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is an established, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering. With offices on both the East and West coasts, an inviting culture and above-standard benefits, opportunity abounds for the right individual!

Network Engineer - 26-033 – San Diego, CA

As a growing Department of Defense Contractor, AUSGAR Technologies has an exciting NEW opportunity for a Network Engineer to join our team of smart and innovative technical team members at NIWC PAC in the Point Loma area of San Diego, CA.

The Network Engineer will provide direct support to the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific working on the United States Marine Corps Networking on the Move (NOTM) program. Support will include the following:

• Conduct installation and configuration of networked systems to include routing and switching hardware devices and protocols.
• Establish, troubleshoot and maintain both local area and wide area tactical network connectivity for multiple security enclaves. Establish both fixed satellite communications earth terminals, as well as enabling fully mobile vehicular based satellite systems.
• Provide assistance to military personnel in the resolution of networking, communications and systems issues.
• Perform testing and evaluation of new equipment and systems for possible inclusion into the NOTM program.
• Conduct testing of Quality of Service (QoS) strategies to improve system performance over tactical data links.
• Assist in the development and testing of prototype tactical vehicles.

Requirements

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must possess an active Secret clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification required.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification required (or within 90 days of hire).
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science related field and 2-6 years of experience
• Experience with NSA Type 1 encryption equipment required.
• Solid analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems required.
• Technical writing skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience with Marine Corps tactical IP-based networks, Wide Area Networks (WANs) and Local Area Networks (LANs) preferred.
• Experience with Marine Corps satellite systems to include very small aperture terminals (VSAT) and vehicular based systems desired.
• Knowledge of tactical meshing radio systems to include commercial based and military products desired.
• Cisco Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) experience desired.
• Occasional travel, up to 10%.

Salary Range: $105K-$115K

Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in Level I-V.

An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check.

We use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

AUSGAR’s salary range is dependent upon a variety of factors, which include experience, skills, education, certifications and geographical location. Our salary range includes a base salary and excellent benefits package as part of our total compensation.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e-mail us at [e-mail] if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access www.ausgar.com careers page as a result of your disability.