Senior Network Engineer

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our team in providing technical support to a dynamic program encompassing the management, design, deployment, operations, and maintenance of over 75 Information Technology and network communication systems. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of hands-on technical expertise, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment that supports a broad range of operational requirements.

The candidate should be a cybersecurity expert with experience in network forensics, IP address tracking, and mitigation of obscured or falsified IP address origins to ensure accurate identification and enhance investigative processes. This position requires 25-50% CONUS travel as needed to meet program goals and objectives. Some occasional OCONUS travel may be necessary.

Mandatory/Required Qualifications

Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for this role

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience

Network and Systems Administration Skills

• Expertise in configuring and administering Juniper and/or Cisco networks, including implementation of VPNs and secure tunneling
• Hands-on experience with NAS Configuration and administration (e.g., QNAP, Synology).
• Proficiency in managing Network Infrastructure Hardware, such as KVMs, terminal servers, etc
• Knowledge and experience with Virtual Private Servers and Networks
• Expertise in mitigating risks of anonymous communications, including detecting fraudulent activity, analyzing network traffic, managing digital footprints, and countering obfuscation and evasion techniques

System Administration

Proficient in Linux System Administration

Solid expertise in Virtualized Environment Configurations (e.g., VMware)

Infrastructure Management

Experience with power/environmental network hardware, including UPS, RPC, and rack cooling systems

Desired Qualifications

Project Management

Successful leadership from project inception to completion, demonstrating the ability to manage priorities and deadlines effectively

Comfortable operating in a proactive environment with an emphasis on tinkering, novel solutions, and self-learning

Cloud Infrastructure Expertise

Familiarity with cloud infrastructure solutions such as AWS, Azure, or comparable platforms