Senior Network Engineer

Saic; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Kittery, ME, seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain DoD-compliant network infrastructure supporting Portsmouth Naval Shipyard IT programs.

The role involves configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN devices, monitoring performance, and ensuring cybersecurity across DoD/DoN and NAVSEA08. On-site support at PNSY is required, with active clearance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with eight years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience designing, installing, configuring, and maintaining network infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Palo Alto, Fortinet.
• Experience with DoD-approved routing, switching, and VPN encryption.
• Knowledge of DoD/DoN cybersecurity requirements and NAVSEA08.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, install, operate, maintain, and configure network systems.
• Manage routing, switching, and VPN connectivity using DoD-approved devices.
• Provide network monitoring, reporting, and engineering support for all PNSY networks.
• Configure devices to DoD/DoN cybersecurity requirements and NAVSEA08.
• Manage data ingress/egress via firewalls and layered defenses.
• Coordinate encryption support with regional EKMS Manager.

Skills

Network design

Routing & switching

DoD cybersecurity

Network monitoring

On-site support

Education

BA/BS with eight years experience or equivalent

Tools

Cisco IOS/NX OS

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) Information Technology Programs for the Dept of the Navy. This initiative leverages advanced technologies and integrates critical defense systems to optimize ship maintenance through IT applications, systems, and training, ensuring sustained mission success in naval ship maintenance operations.

Work is performed on site in Kittery, ME.

ROLE:

You will play a direct role in modernizing critical Navy infrastructure and supporting real-world mission readiness, giving you the opportunity to work on meaningful, high-visibility engineering challenges. Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure across PNSY environments. Configure and manage network hardware and software (routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN encryption devices using DoD-approved tools and technologies.. Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, conduct capacity planning, and support system upgrades and integrations. Ensure compliance with DoD/DoN cybersecurity requirements and provide user support and training.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Engineer, install, operate, maintain, and configure network systems.
• Manage routing, switching, and VPN connectivity using DoD approved devices.
• Provide network monitoring, reporting, and network engineering and operations support for all PNSY accredited networks and sites.
• Configure and manage all network devices to standard DoD and DoN cybersecurity requirements, and NAVSEA08.
• Administrate data ingress and egress of all information entering and leaving the protected enclave via firewalls and other multiple layers of network defense.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the regional Electronic Key Management Systems Manager to support required classified encryption for specified connections as needed.
• Provide on-site support, including basic network administration, basic network server administration and customer support for ship cable maintenance and repair activities at the PNSY [to] include Communication Security (COMSEC) and End Device Support items.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION: BA/BS with eight (8) years' experience or additional years of experience considered in lieu of degree.

REQUIRED EXPERTISE:

• Extensive experience in designing, engineering, installing, operating, maintaining, and configuring network device infrastructure systems Cisco IOS/NX OS, Palo Alto, Fortinet preferred).
• Proficiency in engineering, configuring, and managing network connectivity using DoD-approved devices for routing, switching, and VPN encryption.
• Skilled in providing network monitoring, reporting, and engineering support for various accredited networks and sites.
• Expertise in configuring and managing network devices to meet DoD, DoN, and NAVSEA08 cybersecurity requirements.
• Capable of administering data ingress and egress via firewalls and multiple layers of network defense.
• Ability to coordinate with regional Electronic Key Management Systems Managers to support classified encryption for specified connections.
• Strong technical expertise in interconnecting and administering switches, routers, and other network layer devices for effective data connectivity and communication.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION:

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or CompTIA Network+ or CompTIA Security+

REQUIRED CLEARANCE:

Active Secret clearance.

NICE TO HAVE/DESRIED:

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Salary

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.