Network Engineer (Test) - 26-034

Ausgar-Technologies; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is a DoD contractor and SDVOSB with offices on both coasts, offering competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. The Network Engineer (Test) role supports NIWC Pacific NOTM projects in San Diego, focusing on lab testing, networking configuration, and documentation.

Strong writing and security credentialing are essential. The position requires an active Secret clearance, CCNA, and Security+ certifications, plus 2–6 years in engineering or CS.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification required.
• CCNA certification 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 technical writing skills and ability to draft documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage lab assets used to test emerging networking technologies.
• Install and configure networked systems including routing/switching hardware and protocols.
• Establish, troubleshoot, and maintain LAN connectivity for multiple security enclaves.
• Assist in testing and evaluating new equipment for NOTM program.
• Draft test plans and test reports for networking testing.
• Contribute input to PDR/CDR for prototype vehicle development.

Skills

Technical writing

Drafting technical documentation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Security clearances

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

CompTIA Security+ CE

Cisco CCNA

NSA Type 1 encryption equipment

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 (Test) - 26-034 – 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:

• Manage laboratory assets used to test emerging communications and networking technologies.
• Conduct installation and configuration of networked systems to include computers, routing and switching hardware devices and protocols.
• Establish, troubleshoot and maintain local area network connectivity for multiple security enclaves.
• Assist in performing testing and evaluation of new equipment and systems for possible inclusion into the NOTM program.
• Draft test plans and test reports documenting networking and communications testing.
• Draft input to be used in Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR) and Critical Design Reviews (CDR) for the development 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.
• Technical writing skills required.
• Ability to draft technical documentation and provide input to presentations used to brief senior leadership.
• Experience with Navy or Marine Corps IP-based networks, Wide Area Networks (WANs) and Local Area Networks (LANs) preferred.
• Experience with tactical satellite or meshing radio systems to include commercial based and military products desirable.
• Cisco Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) experience desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 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.