Network Integration Engineer

SAIC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Network Integration Engineer in Huntsville, AL to configure, secure, test, document, and deploy networked systems for UAS training simulators. The role blends hardware rack integration, network configuration, OS administration, cybersecurity implementation, and testing.

Responsibilities include installing rack-mounted servers and network devices, configuring TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, and firewall rules, and supporting 802.1X NAC and STIG compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline with 5 years' experience; 4 years' experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Active Secret security clearance and U.S. Citizenship required.
• Hands-on experience integrating, installing, and troubleshooting networked hardware and lab environments (servers, switches, routers, firewalls, workstations).
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and network security (IP addressing, VLANs, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, ACLs, firewall configuration).
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, NIST SP 800-53, STIGs) and vulnerability remediation.
• Ability to document results and create/maintain network diagrams and test reports.

Responsibilities

• Install, mount, cable, label, and organize servers, network devices, power equipment in racks.
• Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP networking, including IP addressing, VLANs, routing, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, ACLs, firewall rules.
• Configure network authentication and NAC technologies (IEEE 802.1X, NAC solutions).
• Install, configure, harden, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Enterprise Linux systems.
• Maintain configuration baselines and control throughout lab integration and deployment.
• Execute functional, regression, connectivity, and performance tests to verify interoperability.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware/software/cabling/network failures; document root cause and corrective actions.
• Support STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and endpoint configuration documentation.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, rack elevations, and installation/test reports.
• Coordinate with systems engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and field support to resolve issues and prepare delivery.

Skills

Network integration

TCP/IP networking

Security protocols

Windows Server

Linux

RMF/NIST/STIG

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field

Tools

Cisco IOS

Firewalls

Wireshark

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Network Integration Engineer to configure, secure, test, document, and deploy networked systems supporting high-fidelity training simulators for the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) community in Huntsville, AL. This position is hands-on and combines hardware rack integration, network configuration, operating-system administration, cybersecurity implementation, and functional testing.

The Network Integration Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:

• Install, mount, cable, label, and organize servers, network devices, power equipment, and associated components in transportable and fixed equipment racks.
• Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP networking, including IP addressing, subnetting, VLANs, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, access control lists, and firewall rules.
• Configure and support network authentication and access-control capabilities, including IEEE 802.1X, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), or comparable Network Access Control (NAC) technologies.
• Install, configure, harden, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Enterprise Linux systems.
• Load approved operating-system, application, and network configuration baselines; maintain configuration control throughout lab integration and deployment.
• Execute documented functional, regression, connectivity, and performance test procedures to verify system interoperability and mission readiness.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, cabling, and network failures; document root cause, corrective actions, and unresolved risks.
• Support cybersecurity implementation activities, including Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance, vulnerability remediation, endpoint compliance, and configuration documentation.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, rack elevations, cable schedules, installation procedures, test reports, and configuration records.
• Package approved software updates and installation baselines to support field technicians and operational-site deployments.
• Provide technical support during lab integration, field installation, site acceptance testing, customer demonstrations, and sustainment activities.
• Coordinate with systems engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and field support personnel to resolve integration issues and prepare systems for delivery.

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline and five (5) years' experience; additional four (4) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree.

Required Clearance:

Must possess an active Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain; US Citizenship required.

Required Skills:

• Hands-on experience integrating, installing, and troubleshooting networked hardware and lab environments, including servers, managed switches, routers, firewalls, user workstations/consoles, rack assembly, cable management, device labeling, and use of standard laboratory tools.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking and network security, including IP addressing, subnetting, routing, switching, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, connectivity troubleshooting, and configuration/troubleshooting of firewalls, VPNs, access control lists, and secure remote connectivity.
• Experience with network authentication and access-control concepts and technologies, such as IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, NAC, or comparable solutions, and foundational administration and troubleshooting capability in Windows Server and Enterprise Linux environments.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity and compliance frameworks, including RMF, NIST SP 800-53, STIGs, vulnerability remediation, and configuration control.
• Ability to follow detailed test procedures, perform methodical troubleshooting, and accurately document results, as well as create and maintain technical documentation (network diagrams, configuration records, installation instructions, test reports).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical findings, risks, and corrective actions clearly to team members and stakeholders.

Desired Skills:

• Current Cisco networking certification (e.g., CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, or CCNP Security) and current cybersecurity certification aligned to applicable contract requirements (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CISM, or equivalent).
• Experience with enterprise network access control and endpoint compliance solutions, including Cisco IS