What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Network Engineer position at SAIC?
Job ID 2511799
Location NORFOLK, VA, US
Date Posted 2025-11-21
Category Information Technology
Subcategory Network Engineer
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Travel No
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None
Potential for Remote Work No
Description
SAIC is seeking a talented Senior Network Engineer to join our team in support of the Tactical Network (TACNET) program, providing critical engineering support for PMW-160. This position is based ONSITE at a major communications command in Norfolk, VA, focusing on the Automated Digital Networking System (ADNS) program.
Role Overview
As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing, analyzing, planning, modifying, and maintaining complex networks and network components that support a wide range of communication activities including data, voice, and audio transmissions. This role entails offering expert communications systems engineering support across various platforms including U/VHF radio communications systems, Common Data Link (CDL) systems, and commercial/government satellite communications networks.
Job Duties
REQUIREMENTS
Location NORFOLK, VA, US
Date Posted 2025-11-21
Category Information Technology
Subcategory Network Engineer
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Travel No
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None
Potential for Remote Work No
Description
SAIC is seeking a talented Senior Network Engineer to join our team in support of the Tactical Network (TACNET) program, providing critical engineering support for PMW-160. This position is based ONSITE at a major communications command in Norfolk, VA, focusing on the Automated Digital Networking System (ADNS) program.
Role Overview
As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing, analyzing, planning, modifying, and maintaining complex networks and network components that support a wide range of communication activities including data, voice, and audio transmissions. This role entails offering expert communications systems engineering support across various platforms including U/VHF radio communications systems, Common Data Link (CDL) systems, and commercial/government satellite communications networks.
Job Duties
- Technical Support and Troubleshooting Provide installation and advanced technical support and troubleshooting for network systems, ensuring quick resolution of issues.
- Collaboration Work collaboratively with other engineering and support teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of network systems.
- Documentation and Reporting Prepare and maintain thorough documentation and reports on network designs, modifications, and performance metrics.
- Ensure the system is operational and available within specified customer timeframes.
- Network Design and Maintenance Design and maintain robust network infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for communications.
- Evaluate and report on new network technologies to enhance network capabilities.
- Systems Analysis and Planning Perform detailed network analysis and planning to support current and future communications needs.
- This role requires a highly skilled individual with a deep understanding of complex network systems and a commitment to supporting mission-critical communications for the TACNET program. If you are passionate about communications engineering and eager to contribute to a significant defense program, we encourage you to apply.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field, with 5 years of experience in Configuration Management and Network Administration in a Department of Defense (DoD) setting. Alternatively, a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or significant relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Must have an Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.
- Must be a U.S. Citizenship.
- Security Certification (other higher level security certifications acceptable).
- Ability to obtain relevant OS/CE certification for Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) compliance (e.g., CCNA, Linux ) within 6 months of hire.
- Hands-on experience with operating systems and network hardware related to ADNS and its supporting systems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience with Tactical Data Links, Military Communications, DoD Networks, Global Information Grid (GIG), Common Data Link (CDL), Link 16, and Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS).
- Experience working in a NCTAMS is highly desired.
- Windows and Linux system administration skills.
- Expertise in network routing & switching systems (e.g., switches, routers).
- Experience with TACLANES and other Communications Security (COMSEC) devices.
- Experience with Triton unmanned vehicle program.
- Knowledge in network defense systems (e.g., firewalls, IDS, IPS).
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent level of Cisco certification.
- Experience with Linux Red Hat versions 5, 6, 7, and 8.
- Experience in a VMware environment.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment within broadly defined practices and policies of military data communications.