Network Engineering Technician IV

Saalex Corporation in; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Benefit

Job summary

Saalex is seeking an Engineering Technician IV to support network infrastructure, video transport systems, and field test operations at NSWC Corona. The selected candidate will independently perform complex technical assignments supporting the design, deployment, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of network systems.

This position requires hands‑on experience with Cisco networking equipment, IP camera systems, video transport technologies, and DoD cybersecurity compliance

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree in Information Technology, Networking, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent training.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant network engineering technician experience; in lieu of education, 10 years of related experience may be substituted.
• Experience with routing, switching, TCP/IP, VLANs, and Cisco infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, deployment, and optimization of network infrastructure.
• Configure and manage routing and switching equipment (Cisco).
• Troubleshoot complex network connectivity and communications issues.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot IP cameras and video transport networks.
• Ensure DISA STIG compliance and secure network boundaries.
• Travel to test ranges for installation, site surveys, and hands-on support.
• Provide technical guidance and coordination with engineers and stakeholders.

Skills

Routing & Switching

Cisco equipment

IP cameras

Video transport

DISA STIG

Security best practices

Windows OS

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

AA/AS degree

Equivalent training

Tools

Cisco routers/switches

H.264/H.265 video

Job description

Network Engineering Technician IV (Finance)

Saalex is seeking a Network Engineering Technician IV in Corona, CA. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33.25 hourly (depending on experience)

Work Location: Full-time onsite

Job Summary:

Saalex is seeking an Engineering Technician IV to support network infrastructure, video transport systems, and field test operations at NSWC Corona. The selected candidate will independently perform complex technical assignments supporting the design, deployment, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of network systems. This position requires hands‑on experience with Cisco networking equipment, IP camera systems, video transport technologies, and DoD cybersecurity compliance requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Network Operations & Design: Assist in the design, deployment, and optimization of network infrastructure. Configure and manage routing and switching equipment, primarily Cisco routers and switches.
• Troubleshooting: Proactively identify, isolate, and resolve complex network connectivity, routing, switching, and communications issues in both garrison and field environments.
• Camera System Integration: Install, configure, and troubleshoot IP cameras and associated video streaming network infrastructure. Support H.264 and H.265 video transport technologies.
• Security Compliance: Ensure network devices and configurations adhere to DISA STIG requirements and Department of Defense security mandates.
• Field Support: Travel to test ranges to install equipment, conduct site surveys, and provide hands‑on technical support during testing and operations.
• Provide technical guidance, documentation support, and coordination with engineers, technicians, and government stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

• Demonstrated networking expertise with routing, switching, TCP/IP, VLANs, and Cisco infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of IP camera systems, video transport, and H.264/H.265 encoding and decoding protocols.
• Experience implementing and auditing DISA STIG requirements and maintaining secure network boundaries.
• Understanding of network packets, firewalls, ACLs, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to independently resolve complex network and hardware issues.
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and physical ability to travel to and work at field ranges as required.
• AA/AS degree in Information Technology, Networking, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related field; or equivalent technical training. Minimum of 8 years of relevant network engineering technician experience. In lieu of education, 10 years of directly related experience may be substituted.

Desired:

• CCNA or higher certification.
• CompTIA Security+.
• Navy or DoD test and evaluation experience.
• Network monitoring and video distribution experience.

Education:

• AA/AS degree in Information Technology, Networking, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related field; or equivalent technical training. Minimum of 8 years of relevant network engineering technician experience. In lieu of education, 10 years of directly related experience may be substituted.

Security Clearance:

• Active Secret Clearance preferred. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Benefit