Senior Network Systems Engineer

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Veteran-friendly

Job summary

ASEC is seeking a Senior Network Systems Engineer to lead a team responsible for the design, implementation, security, and sustainment of the network infrastructure supporting Navy Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training systems. The role is based in Norfolk, VA and requires strong network engineering solutions plus thorough documentation.

You will collaborate with cybersecurity and government leads to translate requirements into reliable, secure network implementations, with travel up to

Qualifications

• 9 years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructures.
• Experience designing, implementing, integrating, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Ability to develop and interpret network engineering drawings, rack elevations, and installation docs.
• DoD or Navy training networks experience is a plus.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop network designs and implementation plans addressing connectivity, performance, and security.
• Prepare engineering design packages, diagrams, rack elevations, and installation drawings.
• Coordinate with facility teams and oversee installation and testing of network gear.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, VLANs, and LAN/WAN connections per approved architectures.
• Provide technical oversight during installation and document discrepancies.
• Mentor team members and document risks; support RMF activities with ISSO/ISSE.

Skills

Network architecture

TCP/IP & routing

Security hardening

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in Engineering/Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

Cisco IOS

LAN/WAN

Firewalls

STIG / RMF documentation

Job description

Description

What You'll Do:

The Senior Network Systems Engineer will head a team responsible for the design, implementation, security, and sustainment of the network infrastructure supporting Navy Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training systems. In this role you will develop network engineering solutions, prepare technical documentation, and support the installation, integration, testing, and sustainment of secure network systems. Working alongside senior systems engineers, the cybersecurity team, and government technical leads, you will translate approved requirements and architecture into reliable, supportable network implementations.

This position will be based in Norfolk, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop network designs and implementation plans addressing connectivity, performance, availability, security, and integration requirements.
• Prepare and interpret engineering design packages, logical and physical network diagrams, rack elevations, one-line diagrams, cable schedules, and installation drawings.
• Evaluate copper and fiber cabling pathways, rack layouts, and inside/outside plant interfaces; coordinate infrastructure requirements with facility and installation teams.
• Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, VLANs, routing, and LAN/WAN connections within approved network architectures.
• Provide technical oversight during installation, verify work against approved drawings, and document discrepancies and as-built changes.
• Develop and execute network integration and test procedures; diagnose connectivity, performance, and interoperability issues and document results.
• Coordinate with ISSO and ISSE personnel on network hardening, STIG implementation, remediation, and technical evidence supporting RMF activities.
• Maintain configuration baselines, equipment inventories, bills of material, change records, and operational documentation; mentor team members and brief technical risks.
• This position may require up to 25% annual travel.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 9 years of progressively responsible experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise and tactical network infrastructures. A bachelor's degree in a STEM related area of study may be considered in lieu of the full 9 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, integrating, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Ability to develop and interpret network engineering drawings, rack elevations, cable schedules, and installation documentation.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP, routing and switching, VLANs, subnetting, network segmentation, firewall controls, and copper/fiber connectivity.
• Ability to plan and validate network changes, maintain accurate documentation, and explain technical issues to engineers, customers, and program leadership.
• Experience supporting DoD or Navy training networks, secure facilities, and distributed system integration is a plus.

Certification Requirements:

• Required for this position: CCNP Enterprise, Security, or Data Center, and an operating system certification (Linux+ preferred). In addition, one of the following industry certifications is required: SecurityX/CASP+, CCNA, CCSP, GCED, GCIA, GCLD, GDSA, GFACT.
• A master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems or Information Technology, or Software Engineering may be considered in lieu of one of the listed certifications, however one of the listed CCNP certifications will still be required.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $150,000 - $165,000, commensurate with an individual's experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what's right for the Warfighter-plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.