Senior Network/Systems Engineer

Amentum; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is looking for a Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist (WIDS)-III in Chantilly, Virginia. This role involves managing personnel and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Computer Science or related fields and experience with WIDS.

Responsibilities include deploying servers on Linux and Windows, monitoring performance, and maintaining documentation. The position requires TS/SCI clearance and offers a salary range of $175,000 to $185,000.

Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience with Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Extensive background in Bastille WIDS functions.
• Ability to travel worldwide as required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Linux and Windows servers.
• Maintain system compliance with cybersecurity standards.
• Monitor system performance and integrity.

Skills

Bastille WIDS administration

Wireless monitoring equipment usage

Coordination with IC and DoD

Operating procedures writing

Knowledge of National and DoD directives

Mobile wireless direction-finding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist (WIDS)-III responsible for managing up to 20 personnel overseeing the program’s Monitoring and Response (M&R).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Design and deploy functional servers on Linux and Windows operating systems.

• Maintain system compliance with cyber security standards and practices

• Monitor system performance and integrity.

• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.

• Create, oversee and test security measures (e.g. access authentication and disaster recovery, etc.)

• Consolidate Monthly Reports, including Contract Status Reports, Program Management Reviews, and other Contract Deliverables in coordination with PM.

• Conduct High-Level overviews with government COR and CO.

• Communicate with users when needed.

• Maintain complete technical documentation.

• Suggest improvements to performance, capacity and scalability.

• Install systems in CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations as directed by project PM.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Background and experience in Bastille WIDS administrative functions, metrics, and active M&R.

• Experience with wireless monitoring equipment to identify unauthorized signals and make recommended mitigations and response.

• Experience working with the IC and DoD elements and supporting contractor base.

• Experience in coordinating, collaborating, and deconflicting issues with IC partners.

• Experience in coordinating, collaborating, and deconflicting issues with IC partners.

• Experience in writing operating procedures and reporting templates to ensure best practices are being implemented across the sections in accordance with national and DoD requirements.

• Comprehensive knowledge of National and DoD directives, orders, regulations, and instructions governing the conduct of WIDS activities.

• Comprehensive knowledge of wireless protocols and Radio Frequency (RF) theory.

• Experience with mobile wireless direction-finding equipment and signal detection, identification, and reporting.

• Ability to travel worldwide.

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree in relevant area, such as Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or other computer or information technology-related field.

Minimum Years of Experience: (5 years with Bachelors; 3-5 years with Masters, 1-2 years with PhD).

Required Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

This position [is not] designated as a safety sensitive position.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Compensation Details:

$175,000-$185,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

05/15/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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