Systems Engineer 3 (NOC) - Secret Clearance

Vectrus, Inc; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vectrus, Inc. seeks a Systems Engineer 3 (NOC) to support a Norfolk, VA government customer. On-site role requiring active Secret/TS/TS-SCI clearance as needed, with responsibilities spanning troubleshooting, training, and network engineering across Navy and shore facilities.

The candidate will work to ensure continuity of operations, perform configuration management, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. Travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• BS in Information Technology or 8+ years of related technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Navy NOCs; on-site troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Provide training to Fleet NOC personnel.
• Coordinate repair of installed C4I systems (servers, routers, switches, firewalls).
• Ensure shore-based facilities are operational to meet fleet needs.
• Support NOC restoral during outages and rapid responses.
• Provide on-site engineering support for IT hardware/software upgrades.
• Maintain system configuration management and BOM/SOVT inputs.
• Offer recommendations for upgrades and networking strategies.
• Assist in preliminary network testing after site upgrades.
• Support IA policies and IA-related systems (HBSS, ACAS, IDS, antivirus, firewalls).
• Interact with multiple customer organizations.
• May require travel (<5%).

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Communication skills

OJT delivery

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

8+ years related experience

Tools

Security+ CE

CCNA

CISSP

Windows Server

VMware

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

We are seeking a Systems Engineer 3 (NOC) to support our Norfolk, Virginia government customer. The position is required to be onsite and hold an active Secret, TS, or TS/SCI clearance.

The Shore Network Engineer SR provides support for the various systems located at the U.S. Navy’s Network Operations Centers (NOCs). The position support includes administration and maintenance of systems, use and development of standard operating procedures, coordination of troubleshooting efforts to resolve issues on supported units across multiple circuits and systems and facilities. The candidate will provide training to on-site Navy personnel and assist those personnel in resolving ship-to-shore, shore-to-ship and NOC-to-NOC networking issues. Clearance requirement: Secret, TS, or TS/SCI dependent on location.

Responsibilities

• Candidate will be responsible for supporting Navy NOCs. Conducts on site troubleshooting and maintenance assistance for problems that cross multiple systems.
• Provides training on new systems and works processes for Fleet NOC personnel.
• Coordinate repair of installed C4I systems to include servers, routers, switches, firewalls and other network security devices.
• Support shore-based facilities to ensure those facilities are fully operational to meet the requirements of fleet units/ships assigned permanently or temporarily to the AOR. Support fleet units/ships as required to ensure connectivity to Naval networks.
• Provide support for NOC restoral in case of outages and rapid response for emergent issues.
• Provide local and distance support of VOIP/VOSIP phones and manage/configure CISCO Unified Call Manger (CUCM) suite of equipment.
• Provide on-site engineering and technical support for the integration of IT hardware and software upgrades.
• Provide support for maintenance of the system architecture configuration and maintain configuration management to meet the site program objectives; on-site support shall provide activity based technical and engineering support for process configuration.
• Provide recommendations for alternative courses of action to more effectively accomplish the integration of upgrades and modifications.
• Provide recommendations for improvement or alternative networking strategies.
• Assist in conducting preliminary network testing after integration and configuration of site upgrades and modifications.
• Support Information Assurance, to include adherence to IA policies, operations of IA related systems (HBSS/ACAS, IDS, Antivirus, firewalls).
• Interacting with multiple customer organizations will be required.
• Less than 5% travel may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Information Technology (or equivalent technical degree) or 8+ years technical experience in related discipline required.
• 6+ years of experience with DoD enterprise or Navy networks. Fleet NOC experience highly desired.
• 6+ years of experience in troubleshooting networks and operating system issues across multiple systems.

Preferred Certifications:

• IAT2 certifications required for both OS and IA (Security+ CE or equivalent required).
• CCNA or equivalent applicable network OS (Juniper, etc.) required. Certification as CISSP or equivalent for IA (IAT3 per DoD Inst 8570.1) may be required, and candidate must be able to obtain within 6 months of direction.
• Windows Server and VMWare training/certifications highly desired. Higher level CISCO certifications highly desired.

Skills

• Communicate well both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to troubleshoot across multiple systems, including those off-site and work with other SMEs to determine cause and actions to take for restoration. Must be able to work with/train local military personnel to assist in resolution of problems.
• Must be able to provide OJT to technical personnel and modify technical documentation including BoMs, SOVTs, BESEP inputs, and other system engineering documentation.
• Must have the ability to create or support the creation of technical presentations under the direction of Navy or government officials.

Clearance

• Depending on location Top Secret/SCI Clearance may be required.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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