Network Engineer Lead - 28540

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 118,590 - 169,413; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Network Engineer Lead in Fort Belvoir, VA. The role involves leading IT/communications site surveys and developing solutions for communication system upgrades. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and an active TOP SECRET security clearance. Salary range is approximately $118,590 to $169,413. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on modernizing critical systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in lead engineering roles.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI.
• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT/communications site surveys at US Army sites.
• Analyze conditions and determine upgrade areas.
• Develop engineering and implementation solutions.

Skills

Leading IT/communications site surveys

NIPR, SIPR, Wi-Fi, VMOD, McfA, ISN, AER

Network operations technique and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT, engineering, or related field

CompTIA Security+

Cisco CCNA

Cisco CCNP Security

ISC2 CCSP

Tools

Technical certifications

Advanced networking devices

Job description

Position: Network Engineer Lead – Fort Belvoir, VA

Employment Type: Full Time / Salaried / Exempt

Required Travel: 0‑10%

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Level of Experience: Senior

Anticipated Salary Range: $118,590.00 – $169,413.00

Job Description

• Responsible for leading IT/communications site surveys at US Army sites and modernizing these systems.
• Will collect, collate, analyze, and document the technical and supporting information required to: establish the existing conditions; determine areas that require upgrades to meet the requirements as defined by the program; and develop an engineering and implementation solution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field IT, engineering, or technical field. Additional 4+ years of relevant experience allowed in lieu of degree.
• 10+ years’ experience as a Lead Engineer or leading projects involving the deployment and support of at least 2 of the following information systems/technologies:
  • NIPR
  • SIPR
  • Wi‑Fi
  • VMOD
  • McfA
  • ISN
  • AER (Technical Control Facility)
  • DODIN‑A
  • Modern fiberoptic design/testing standards
• Must meet the minimum credential requirements for the DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce work role Network Operations Specialist (441) at the advanced level:
  • B.S. degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Cisco CCNA
  • Cisco CCNP Security
  • ISC2 CCSP
• GIAC GCED, GCIA, GCLD, GDSA, or GFACT
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI
• At least 1 of the following advanced networking certifications:
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
  • Cisco Certified Design Expert
  • Government‑Approved vendor equivalent will be considered
• Ability to work on‑site as required at Ft. Belvoir, VA during normal business hours.
• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Familiarity with Standards & Specifications for the DISN Enterprise Network (DISN‑EN): Installation Campus Area Network Design & Implementation (ICAN‑DI)
• DevOps certification from Cisco, Microsoft, or an industry‑recognized leader in DevOps
• Performing detailed technical site survey functions at remote site locations to assess/analyze site preparedness, develop installation plans, identify necessary GFE, and associated costs.
• Developing, updating, and revising network documentation to support configuration management as planned or future physical and logical configurations and drawings.
• Installing, testing, hardening, sustaining, upgrading, and decommissioning Enterprise networking devices, such as switches, routers, firewalls, encryption devices, and cabling infrastructure.
• Conducting advanced troubleshooting to quickly identify, assess, and resolve issues to an operational state.

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.

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.