Network Engineer 3

Trident; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Potential annual bonus

Job summary

Trident Systems seeks a skilled Network Engineer to support a DoD aerial surveillance system in Fairfax, VA. You will provide technical expertise, maintenance, and upgrades in a 24/7 mission environment, focusing on enterprise networking, Cisco platforms, multicast video transport, and virtualization.

The role requires hands-on experience with Catalyst 9400/8300, Firepower, and FMC, plus a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in CS/IS.
• Minimum 4 years’ networking experience (Switches/Routers) and TCP/IP.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• LINUX Red Hat experience.
• Strong TCP/IP and routing protocol knowledge (OSPF/BGP/EIGRP).
• Experience with multicast (PIM/IGMP) and video transport over IP.
• Experience with virtualization (VMware).
• Able to analyze complex issues and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate enterprise DoD network solutions.
• Design, implement, and sustain secure networks for C2 and surveillance systems.
• Serve as SME for Cisco-based infrastructure (Catalyst 9400/8300, Firepower, FMC).
• Engineer multicast-enabled networks for real-time video.
• Support DoD network operations across classified environments with IA/STIG/EMSEC compliance.
• Contribute to system design documents and training materials.
• Provide 24/7 response for critical system issues when required.

Skills

Linux administration

Enterprise networking

Cisco platforms

Multicast video transport

VMware virtualization

Network design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or Information Systems

CCNP Security certification

Active US DoD Secret clearance

Tools

Cisco Catalyst 9400

Cisco Catalyst 8300

Cisco Firepower 1120/1150 ASA

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC)

VMware

Job description

• LINUX Red Hat experience

Position Title: Network Engineer 3

Requisition ID: 1907

Position Location: Fairfax, VA

Position Reports To: Engineering Technical Lead

Supervises Others: No

Trident has built a reputation as a trusted provider of aerospace and defense electronics & processing systems including digital RF & Optical command and control solutions and atmospheric & airborne sensors. Our three operating units: Space Electronic Systems (SES), Integrated C4ISR Systems (ICS) and Optical Precision Systems (OPS), develop within the agile framework which enables us to produce proven, purpose-built systems that solve our customers’ mission critical challenges across space, air, land, and sea.

Trident’s Integrated C4ISR Systems (ICS) specializes in products and services which improve the safety and survivability of our armed forces. We develop solutions for a wide range of demanding missions and environments, including tactical communications systems for multi-national interoperability, autonomous predictive maintenance and logistics solutions, and scalable, responsive, all-domain surveillance systems. Trident's integrated systems support the protection of the National Capital Region and various military installations both domestic and abroad. We can deliver innovative, high-performance solutions that meet our customers' evolving requirements by integrating our specialized knowledge in electronic systems with appropriately scaled development methodologies.

Position Summary

This position will be part of a team supporting an aerial surveillance system for a Department of Defense customer. The Network Engineer 3 will provide technical expertise, support, maintenance, repair, and upgrades within a 24/7 mission support environment. In this capacity, the engineer must be knowledgeable in the areas of network communications, computer operating systems, debugging, and troubleshooting methods. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with deep experience in enterprise networking, including modern Cisco platforms (Catalyst 9400 and 8300 series), multicast video transport, and virtualized network environments. This individual must be capable of troubleshooting complex issues under operational pressure while also contributing to system design, integration, and continuous improvement efforts.

The engineer will work closely with program leadership, system engineers, and operational stakeholders to ensure resilient, low-latency, and secure network performance across classified and unclassified environments.

Duties And Responsibilities

The primary responsibility for this role will be to develop comprehensive solutions using enterprise-class routing, switching, and application services for the Client. High level responsibilities include the implementation, design, and operation of Government network solutions and infrastructure.

• Assist in managing secure DoD networks and administering continuous support for mission ready classified/unclassified servers and systems
• Design, implement, and sustain enterprise network solutions supporting mission-critical C2 and surveillance systems
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Cisco-based infrastructure, including Catalyst 9400 (core/distribution) and Catalyst 8300 (edge/SD-WAN) platforms, Cisco Firepower 1120/1150 ASA platforms and Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC)
• Engineer and maintain multicast-enabled networks supporting real-time video distribution (e.g., PIM, IGMP, QoS tuning for video streams)
• Support secure DoD network operations across classified and unclassified environments, ensuring compliance with IA/STIG/EMSEC requirements
• Provide engineering support and analysis of system requirements related to the implementation of networked system and component infrastructure
• When required, provide analysis research, recommendations, and procurement of hardware/software systems
• Support the development of system design documents, configuration drawings, operator’s guides, maintenance and training manuals, system administrator manuals

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or Information Systems, or equivalent from an accredited college or university, or additional work experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in networking (Switches and Routers), TCP/IP routing protocols, and current Linux administration.
• CCNP Security certification
• Must have an active US DoD Secret level security clearance
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), and network design principles
• Experience with multicast networking (PIM, IGMP) and video transport over IP networks
• Experience with virtualized network environments (e.g., VMware, virtual switching, network segmentation)
• Experience in capturing, analyzing, and translating system performance trends, and to provide technical inputs to create new requirements for systems of moderate to high complexity.
• Experience estimating, tracking, managing, and reporting status relating to technical, schedule, and risk performance for assigned projects.
• Be able to analyze information and complex issues using critical thinking, logic, and reasoning.
• Strong demonstrated capabilities in teamwork and project success is required.
• Experience multi-tasking in an environment with multiple competing deadlines.
• Must be able to work 100% onsite at our Fairfax, VA office (Monday-Friday)
• Ability to provide 24/7 quick response to critical system issues as needed.
• LINUX Red Hat experience
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000

Please Note: Actual compensation offered will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, business considerations, and geographic location where applicable.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to:
• Health benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life with AD&D
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)
• Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• 401(k) (including automatic company contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leaves (Parental, pregnancy, and military)
• Potential annual bonus

Trident Systems reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Trident Systems is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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