Staff Mission Network Engineer

True Anomaly; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Professional development

Security certifications

Job summary

True Anomaly in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Staff Mission Network Engineer to deploy and operate terrestrial and cloud network infrastructure supporting classified U.S. Government programs.

You will work within the Mission Security Engineering team to deliver secure, compliant networks across on-prem and IL-6+ cloud environments. The role requires hands-on field work, including racking hardware in classified facilities and configuring AWS GovCloud, with an active Secret clearance and the ability

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience deploying and operating classified DoD/IC networks up to TS/SCI.
• Secret clearance required; ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level III certs required.
• Expertise in IP networking, routing, switching, VLANs, QoS, and boundary protection.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and operate terrestrial network infrastructure at multiple on-prem locations.
• Implement and maintain AWS GovCloud and classified cloud configurations (VPCs, transit gateways, route tables).
• Configure connectivity between AWS classified environments, USG networks, and end-user networks with cloud engineers.
• Implement endpoint networks linking on-prem and IL-6+ cloud environments across sites.
• Deploy hardware per DoD APL and TAA, ensure network security controls and segmentation.
• Maintain DISA STIGs at network and infrastructure layers; support RMF/ATO activities.
• Produce accurate topology diagrams, as-built configs, and security artifacts for ATO.

Skills

Deep IP networking

RMF/ATO experience

Network troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

DoD 8140 IAT Level III certification (CASP+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent)

Tools

AWS GovCloud

VPC/configuration

Network automation tooling

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

As a Staff Mission Network Engineer, you will be a critical hands-on technical contributor responsible for the deployment, configuration, and operation of terrestrial and cloud network infrastructure supporting classified U.S. Government programs. You will work as part of the Mission Security Engineering team, executing against defined network architectures to deliver secure, compliant, and operational networks across multiple classification levels and locations across the United States.

This is an execution-focused role for a senior network engineer who thrives in the field — someone equally comfortable racking hardware in a classified facility and configuring cloud network infrastructure in AWS. You will work acrosson-premiseand IL-6+ cloud environments, partnering closely with the Staff Security Architect – Networks and cross-functional engineering teams to bring network designs to life and keep them running at mission tempo.

This position requires an active Secret clearance to start, with the ability to obtain andmaintaina TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, andoperateterrestrial network infrastructure for classified capabilities spanning multipleon-premiselocations across the U.S., including switching, routing, cabling, and boundary protection hardware
• Implement andmaintainnetwork configurations in AWS GovCloud and classified cloud environments, including VPCs, transit gateways, route tables, security groups, and network access controls
• Configure andmaintainnetwork connectivity between AWS classified cloud environments, USG networks, and end-user physical networks in close coordination with cloud engineers
• Implement endpoint networks connectingon-premiseand IL-6+ cloud environments across geographically distributed sites
• Deploy and configure network hardwarein accordance withDoD Approved Products Lists (APLs) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance requirements
• Implement andvalidatenetwork security controls including boundary protection, traffic segmentation, filtering, and encrypted communications across classification domains
• Implement and validate DISA STIG requirements at the network and infrastructure layer acrosson-premiseand cloud environments
• Identifyand remediate network-layer findings from STIGs, vulnerability scans, and SCA activities to maintain ATO posture
• Support RMF activities including network control implementation, STIG validation, and assessment preparation in coordination with ISSEs
• Maintainaccurateand up-to-date network documentation including topology diagrams, as-built configurations, and security artifactsrequiredfor ATO activities
• Partner with ISSEs, industrial security personnel, cloud engineers, and the Staff Security Architect – Networks to ensure network deployments meet program security and compliance requirements
• Deploy, configure, andoperateNSA Type 1 cryptographic devices (including KG-175 TACLANE and KG-142 units) within terrestrial classified networks, ensuring proper integration with network infrastructure and compliance with NSA/CSS operational policies
• Manage keying material (KEYMAT) handling, DTA transfers, and controlled cryptographic item (CCI) documentationin accordance withUSG regulations and best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve NSA Type 1 device connectivity, configuration, and interoperability issues across classified terrestrial network environments
• Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity, configuration, and performance issues across classifiedon-premiseand cloud environments

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering, withdemonstratedexperience deploying andoperatingclassified DoD or IC networks at classification levels up to and including TS/SCI andspecial accessnetworks
• Active Secret clearancerequired; must be able to obtain andmaintainTS/SCI
• DoD 8140 IAT Level III certification (CASP+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent)required
• Deepexpertisein IP networking including routing protocols, switching, VLANs, subnetting, QoS, and network boundary protection
• Experience deploying and configuring network hardware in compliance with DoD APL and TAA requirements
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and how network controls are implemented, documented, andvalidatedwithin the RMF process
• Hands-on experience implementing STIGs at the network and infrastructure layer
• Experience supporting RMF and ATO activities including control implementation and assessment preparation
• Strong documentation skills, with experience producing network diagrams, as-built documentation, and hardware configuration records
• Ability to collaborate effectively with ISSEs, architects, cloud engineers, and cross-functional program teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
• Professional networking certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)
• Experience with AWS IL-6+ or Microsoft Azure IL-6+ classified cloud environments, including VPC/VNetdesign, transit gateway configuration, and network security controls
• Experience supporting classified ground station or satellite Command & Control (C2) network infrastructure is a significant plus
• Hands-on experience deploying, configuring, andoperatingNSA Type 1 cryptographic devices, including KG-175 (TACLANE) and/or KG-142 units, within terrestrial classified network environments
• Familiarity with KEYMAT handling procedures, DTA transfer processes, and CCI inventory and documentation requirements
• Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), data guards, or inter-domain network traffic control
• Experience with NSA Type 1 cryptographic devices and their integration into classified network architectures
• Familiarity with zero trust network architectures applied to classified or highly regulated environments
• Experience supporting DoD or IC customers through ATO, re-ATO, or continuous authorization
• Familiarity with Software Defined Networking (SDN) or network automation tooling

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations
• Requires coordination across distributed teams including spacecraft engineers, ground operations, and government partners
• High degree of autonomy and ownership as a trusted, cleared team member
• Occasional travel to government sites, classified facilities, launch facilities, or partner locations may berequired

What We Offer

• Competitive salarycommensuratewith experience and clearance level
• Opportunity to drive security posture forcutting-edgespace systems with national security impact
• Professional development support including conferences, training, and security certifications
• Collaborative culture working alongside spacecraft engineers, mission operators, and experienced security professionals
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: Denver - $170,000 - $250,000, Long Beach - $180,000 - $260,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location — Long Beach, CA, or Denver, CO. While we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. Onsite requirements are subject to change, particularly when work on classified systems is required. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 3 days per week in office.
• Work environment —the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person’s working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands —the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. #LI-Onsite

Your actual level and base salary will bedetermined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.