Principal Network Engineer, TS/SCI+Poly | Onsite

General Dynamics IT; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics IT seeks a Network Engineer Principal in Chantilly, VA. You will analyze requirements, design and deploy core network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless devices, while ensuring security and performance.

The role requires RF surveys, WIDS implementation, and proficiency with TCP/IP, OSPF, and BGP in a multi-vendor setting. 8+ years of related experience and a TS/SCI with poly clearance are required; US citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 8+ years of related experience.
• Security clearance TS/SCI with polygraph; US citizenship required.
• Onsite client work with travel.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements and provide technical network solutions.
• Perform RF site surveys, configure wireless access points/controllers, and troubleshoot connectivity.
• Design and deploy routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers in multi-vendor environments.
• Maintain network security, performance, and documentation; support IA/ATO activities.
• Maintain WIDS infrastructure and handle Tier-2/3 network issues.

Skills

Data communication

Network engineering

Network management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WIDS

Windows

Linux

SDLC

Job description

General Dynamics IT seeks a Network Engineer Principal in Chantilly, VA. You will analyze requirements, design and deploy core network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless devices, while ensuring security and performance.

The role requires RF surveys, WIDS implementation, and proficiency with TCP/IP, OSPF, and BGP in a multi-vendor setting. 8+ years of related experience and a TS/SCI with poly clearance are required; US citizenship is mandatory.