Network Engineer - San Diego, CA

Summary

Design, engineer, configure, and sustain mission-critical networked systems for DoD customers, including Cisco (Catalyst, ISR, ASA/Firepower), Aruba (switching and wireless), Juniper (EX, QFX, SRX), and Cambium microwave solutions. Support end-to-end lifecycle from staging and integration through testing, fielding, and sustainment in NIWC labs, shore facilities, and data centers. Implement secure network architectures aligned with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), perform system hardening and vulnerability remediation, and conduct site surveys and installations during frequent travel. Requires minimum 8 years of DoD or enterprise network engineering experience, DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification (Security+ minimum), and vendor certifications (JNCIA/CCNA or higher).