Network Engineer (PMW 160)

PMAT, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PMAT, Inc. designs and secures modern digital capabilities across cloud, data, and software environments, with a focus on mission-critical Navy network support.

You will develop network templates, IP plans, and test plans, and document SDWAN configurations while coordinating RMF artifacts for ATO packages and supporting program leads. The role emphasizes independent problem solving, stakeholder engagement, and delivering results to support warfighter missions, with periodic onsite work in San

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience supporting the engineering of Information Technology systems for a DoD or Government Agency
• 3+ years of experience developing technical documentation
• Proven track record of performance in client-facing roles that require engagement and relationship building with stakeholders across Navy programs, the DoD, or other federal agencies
• Experience with SDN/ SD-WAN Technologies and vendors, including VMware, NSX-T, Cisco, Juniper, and open-source solutions
• Experience with network configuration for L2/L3 switches, routers, security appliances (firewalls, NIDS, NIPS, etc)
• Experience developing and documenting network topologies
• Experience in troubleshooting and restoring network and system outages
• Experience in virtualization technologies

Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and maintain RMF artifacts, packages, and deliverables to support system validation and authorization to operate (ATO)
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas
• Coordinate day-to-day cybersecurity operations with program technical leads to discover cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop mitigation plans
• Maintain RMF documents for system baseline variants that have achieved ATO
• Work independently, identify problems and devise analyses and solutions, communicate results to both technical and non-technical audiences, and lead the accomplishments of client tasks from inception to completion

Skills

DoD IT experience

Technical documentation

Stakeholder engagement

SDN/SD-WAN

Network configuration

Network topology design

Troubleshooting networks

Virtualization

Education

Bachelor's degree

CCNP certification

Tools

VMware

NSX-T

Cisco

Juniper

Open-source networking tools

Job description

At PMAT, we work on mission-critical systems that directly support the warfighter, designing, building, and securing modern digital capabilities across cloud, data, and software environments. Our teams tackle complex, real-world challenges where delivery matters more than theory, and innovation is driven by curiosity, collaboration, and purpose.

In this role, you will be supporting the design of Navy networks. Specific tasks include the development of network topologies and templates from system requirements, development of network templates and IP plans, and development of test plans and documentation. Configuration and documentation of SDWAN solutions.

About the role:

You will coordinate all cybersecurity activities to support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Package documentation planning and development for all OCF platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, develop, and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts, packages, and deliverables to support system validation and authorization to operate (ATO)
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas
• Coordinate day-to-day cybersecurity operations with program technical leads to discover cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop mitigation plans
• Maintain RMF documents for system baseline variants that have achieved ATO
• Work independently, identify problems and devise analyses and solutions, communicate results to both technical and non-technical audiences, and lead the accomplishments of client tasks from inception to completion

About Us:

PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that increase the mission's capability. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions that utilize modern cloud, data, and software concepts. Our passion is working on complex and progressive challenges such as edge platform computing, containerizing legacy platforms, distributed data platforms, or heterogeneous data analysis.

We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room. Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper. We are passionate about mission-centric design and delivering effective capabilities to and for the warfighter.

Whether you’re an experienced engineer or just beginning your career, you’ll work alongside experts who are committed to solving mission-critical problems. If you’re passionate about using your skills to make a real difference, apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of defense technology!

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience supporting the engineering of Information Technology systems for a DoD or Government Agency and the specific LCAT requirements the candidate is proposed under.
• 3+ years of experience developing technical documentation
• Proven track record of performance in client-facing roles that require engagement and relationship building with stakeholders across Navy programs, the DoD, or other federal agencies
• Experience with SDN/ SD-WAN Technologies and vendors, including VMware, NSX-T, Cisco, Juniper, and open-source solutions
• Experience with network configuration for L2/L3 switches, routers, security appliances (firewalls, NIDS, NIPS, etc)
• Experience developing and documenting network topologies
• Experience in troubleshooting and restoring network and system outages
• Experience in virtualization technologies

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with RF communications, specifically MILSATCOM or COMSATCOM technologies.
• Experience leveraging NetDevOps or DevSecOps to scale enterprise-level engineering projects.
• Experience with Network Automation in Python, Ansible, NETCONF, and/or RESTCONF
• Experience modeling network configuration in JSON, YAML, or Jinja
• Experience developing and maturing complex, collaborative networking projects and working autonomously to move network development forward

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science required.
• CCNP (or equivalent) certification

Citizenship and Clearance requirements:

• Active Secret clearance required
• TS/SCI clearance preferred

Location/Address:

• Periodic onsite support at Government facilities in the San Diego area as required by the customer.

Travel & Passport:

• Occasional OCONUS travel for installation, integration, and testing

Work Environment:

PMAT offices as needed. In some cases, work in a government facility may be required. Travel may be required for customer engagement, team coordination, and potentially for business development.

PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.