Network Engineer Principal

General Dynamics

Tampa, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$114,750–$155,250 Per Year
SKILLS
Access Control, Auditing, BGP, Best Practices, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Citrix Product Family, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Firewalls, Government Regulations, High Availability, IPsec (IP Security), IT Service Management (ITSM), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, National Security Agency (NSA), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routers, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, On Call, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Operating Systems, Operations Security (OPSEC), Penetration Testing, Performance Analysis, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Routing Protocols, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Security Auditing, Security Clearance, Security Monitoring, Security Policy, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Systems Administration/Management, Top Secret Clearance, United States Air Force (USAF), VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Virtualization, Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tampa, FL
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Title

Join a dynamic and consistently expanding program at GDIT! The US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X) program is the cutting edge of secure intelligence sharing, by addressing current and emerging global threats to mission partners, coalition forces, and developing nations. With a globally distributed team aligned with each combatant command, US BICES-X plays a vital role in supporting the warfighter and their missions.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of a complex network solution, ensuring strict compliance with NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) guidelines, leveraging multi-layered encryption and NSA-approved component solutions.

Ensure continuous operation, availability, and security of the "Enterprise Gray" infrastructure, driving integration and compliance with CSfC principles for secure classified data handling.

Expertly configure and manage diverse network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, IDPS, VPN concentrators), validating that all configurations meet CSfC and DoW security standards.

Rapidly diagnose and resolve complex network issues, including those related to encryption, routing, and access control within the CSfC architecture.

Establish and enforce stringent security policies; perform regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to proactively identify and mitigate risks within the accredited CSfC environment.

Maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations and security procedures, ensuring audit readiness against NSA, DoW, and other regulatory standards.

Collaborate with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), cybersecurity teams, and system administrators to seamlessly integrate security controls and best practices.

Mentor and cross-train junior network administrators on CSfC principles, secure network operations, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.

Develop and implement CSfC compliant disaster recovery and business continuity plans to guarantee rapid incident recovery and resilience.

Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure efficient and reliable data flow within the secure CSfC environment.

Provide on-call support for critical network issues, ensuring swift resolution during off-hours.

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI security clearance.

10+ years of direct experience implementing, maintaining, and securing complex enterprise networks.

Current industry-recognized professional networking and security certifications (e.g., CCNA, Security+ CE, or equivalent).

Expert-level knowledge of networking and security principles, including routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), encryption protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS, VPNs), and best practices.

Demonstrated proficiency with HAIPE encryption devices, network security policy implementation, and security device configuration.

Proficiency in administering and securing various operating systems and virtualized environments that support network services.

Strong understanding of DoW and other government security regulations, compliance frameworks, and IT service management methodologies.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Relevant professional-level networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP).

Experience with firewall management, rule sets, and access control systems.

Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Citrix, Microsoft).

Experience with network operations.

The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: 10-25% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA FL MacDill AFB

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