Software Gigs

Senior Network Engineer supporting mission-critical defense network environments at NIWC Pacific. Responsibilities include engineering, integration, testing, and maintenance of complex Combined Test Bed (CTB) network infrastructure, with emphasis on security, STIG compliance, and multi-cloud connectivity. Required skills span enterprise routing/switching, firewall management, cloud networking across AWS and Azure, and network security technologies including Zero-Trust architectures. Must hold or be able to obtain Active Secret clearance and possess DoD 8570 IAT Level II and networking certifications.

GEM Team seeks a fractional Network & Systems Administrator (1099, 3–4 days/week) to manage network, server, cloud, and security infrastructure for a financial services organization in San Diego. The role involves administering Cisco Catalyst, Meraki SD-WAN, Palo Alto firewalls, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, and Windows Server; troubleshooting across multiple locations; and partnering with IT leadership on infrastructure initiatives. Required: 5+ years of network/systems/infrastructure administration experience, strong hands-on expertise in Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, Microsoft identity and server platforms, and TCP/IP networking fundamentals. Preferred: financial services or regulated-industry experience and familiarity with Check Point Avanan and Arctic Wolf.