Network Engineer

Description & Requirements

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International, you’ll support Military and Government personnel through the Navy Continuous Training Environment as part of a team supporting global enterprise Navy operational and training networks across hundreds of shore-based sites and more than 120 ships.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Networks Engineer to join our team onsite in San Diego, California.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Providing network security support to Navy operational and training networks focused specifically on the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN).
• Ensuring uninterrupted network connectivity to customers and sites by planning and executing the installation of new capabilities, as well as operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting network connectivity and infrastructure on enterprise managed networks including support of multiple network enclaves across classification levels.
• Support establishment and maintenance of various networks across the NCTE enterprise environment, including IP, LAN, WAN, and MPLS among others.
• Running network protocols, network engineering techniques and architectures in support of Navy training and operational requirements.
• Working directly with government and contractor personnel receiving engineering oversight form the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Corona Division.
• Analyzing site survey reports to ensure accurate network engineering planning.
• Support the procurement of network device hardware and software and oversee their installation and integration into the NCTE based on the approved network portfolio.
• Set-up, configuration, and support of internal and external networks, to include proficiency with network performance monitoring tools.
• Identifying and analyzing systems requirements.
• Developing and maintaining system applications and security.
• Developing and maintaining network configurations.
• Troubleshooting network performance issues.
• Providing user support and guidance.
• Recommending and implementing upgrades, patches, new applications, and new equipment.
• Developing and maintaining a disaster recovery plan.
• Ensuring proper documentation, coordination, and maintenance of multiple systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field and 5 years relevant experience OR High School diploma and 11 years experience
• In tandem, at least three (3) years of experience with the responsibilities listed above
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines
• Experience in installing and troubleshooting WAN and LAN network equipment for node installations
• Experience in implementing and integrating cross domain solutions at both the Secret and TS levels
• Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (CSWF) requirements with current baseline and Computing Environment/Operating System (CE/OS) certifications
• IAT-II level at a minimum in accordance with SECNAV M-5239.2 and DoD 8140/8570 (ex. CompTia Sec+)
• Knowledge of network standards, protocols, security, and applications; capabilities and applications of network equipment including hubs, routers, switches, bridges, firewalls, servers, transmission media, and related hardware; network architecture and infrastructure; local area and wide area networking principles and concepts including bandwidth management; network systems design, development, testing, installation, operations, management, and maintenance concepts and methods
• Knowledge of Cisco Internetworking capabilities including IP addressing, switching, and routing, and a thorough understanding of the Cisco IOS platform
• Ability to effectively use and implement modern network security, tools, and technologies including firewalls, VRFs, 802.1x, and port security
• Ability to lead a team in performance of end-to-end lifecycle planning, design, installation, maintenance, and support for distributed networks used by M&S and C4I applications, systems, and subsystems
• Up to 25% travel required or as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven or more (7+) years of relevant work experience as a network engineer within a U.S. Government environment, DoD strongly preferred
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field
• Active CCNA certification
• Experience in a Network Operations Center (NOC) or Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) environment including help desk, customer communication, trouble ticketing, and issue resolution
• Experience with network security architecture similar to the NETTN including Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center, Cisco Firepower NGFW firewalls, AAA, 802.1x, VPN deployments, STIG implementation and verification, Command Cyber Readiness Inspections (CCRI)

Clearance Requirements:

• Active Secret Security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain an Active Top Secret/ SCI security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

The projected compensation range for this position is $99,200.00-$164,600.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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