Network Systems Engineer

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saic is looking for a skilled Network Systems Engineer in Chantilly, Virginia, responsible for deploying and integrating communication systems. Candidates should have a strong technical background in network forensics, cloud services, and documentation skills. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and a bachelor's degree, with a minimum of 9 years of experience.

Operate independently in a dynamic environment while ensuring system reliability. This position may require minimal travel (up to 5%).

Qualifications

• Must hold a TS/SCI and Poly.
• Minimum 9 years of relevant experience in network systems.
• Experience with cloud services and network virtualization.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, integration, and sustainment of advanced communication systems.
• Ensure system functionality and reliability.
• Deploy and configure critical systems for the client.

Skills

Network forensics

IP address tracking

Documentation skills

Cloud services

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, technology or a related field

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a skilled Network Systems Engineer to support the deployment, integration, and sustainment of advanced collection and evaluation communication systems. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on technical expertise in standing up and integrating rack‑mounted data processing systems, with a strong focus on ensuring system functionality and reliability. The candidate should have experience in network forensics, IP address tracking, and mitigation of obscured or falsified IP address origins to ensure accurate identification and enhance investigative processes. The Network Systems Engineer will operate in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, often independently with minimal supervision, to deploy and configure critical systems for the client. This position may require up to 5% travel.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for this role
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, technology or a related field although candidates with equivalent, significant industry experience will also be considered
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
• Experience standing up and maintaining cloud services
• Strong documentation skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic and up-tempo environment with minimal oversight

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud services, network virtualization and a minimum of standing up and maintaining anonymous communication networks