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Principal Network Engineer
Job ID: 2614429
Location: San Diego, CA, United States
Date Posted: Jul 10, 2026
Category: Information Technology
Subcategory: Network Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Potential for Remote Work: On-Site
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Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to support defense communication network systems ON-SITE in San Diego, CA. Join our innovative team and contribute to mission-critical efforts in network design, integration, and security for cutting-edge DoD programs.
Your Role
You''ll leverage your expertise to advise the government and ensure the successful design, development, testing, and implementation of secure, high-performance network systems. You''ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, coordinate with the team on technical tasks, and ensure network availability to support program testing and ensure the project stays on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Network Engineer serving as part of a team to maintain, trouble-shoot and update the network.
- Assist with day-to-day lab network operations. Running cable, network connectivity troubleshooting, and equipment configuration.
- Apply DoD accreditation processes, including DIACAP and RMF, to ensure system compliance and security
- Implement and maintain network security in accordance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and NETSEC directives (IAVA, IAVM)
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during integration, implementation, and testing phases
- Interface regularly with management, customers, and team members to ensure alignment and progress
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.
- Exceptional Communication and problem-solving skills
- a demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly
Clearance:
- Must be a U. S. Citizen
- Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
- Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance after start
Certification:
- Must be able to obtain a Security + clearance within 6 months of hire
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Cisco switch and router experience; CCNA certification is a plus
- Familiarity with DoD accreditation processes (DIACAP and RMF)
- Working knowledge of STIG implementation for network equipment lockdown
- Experience maintaining networks in compliance with NETSEC directives
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.