Network Engineer / Administrator

General Dynamics Electric Boat, a leader in naval innovation, is seeking passionate engineers to contribute to the design, construction and maintenance of state-of-the-art submarines for the U.S. Navy. Be part of a dynamic team, drive technological advancements, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of maritime defense. If you're ready for a challenging and rewarding career, apply now to be at the forefront of naval engineering excellence.

Department 475 is responsible for managing the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) Network (NNPP Net) at Electric Boat. EB LAN portion of the NNPP Net consists of over 900 computers and 1600 users at four sites in two states. The network is expanding to support many changes including new construction, maintenance and modernization contracts, and to meet changing security requirements.

D475 seeks a highly motivated Test Engineer to join its IT team. This role requires in depth knowledge and experience with network configuration and management. The successful candidate will work in a technically diverse environment with a team of system administrators responsible for a mostly Windows network of about 50 servers, over 900 clients and 1600 users. The group is responsible for the installation, configuration, management, and maintenance of the LAN including ensuring its security and availability to users across the network. The individual's main responsibilities will involve supporting network infrastructure. Some of the duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Installing and configuring network routers, firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco) and managed switches (Cisco)
• Installing and configuring TACLANE encryptors
• Campus Fiber Planning/Projects
• Working with team to implement cyber security initiatives including network firewalls
• Network security patching and vulnerability management
• Attending training sessions to maintain and improve skillsets as well as cross-train peers
• Lead network related projects involving multiple teams

This position requires implementing government standard configurations to network equipment. It provides team members with challenging work and a means to continue gaining technical skills and broadening their experience throughout their career. The position requires physical access to network devices throughout the Groton shipyard and the New London, Kings Highway and Quonset Point, RI campuses so a lot of walking and some travel is required.

Required:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• 6 months of work experience or coursework.

Experience or coursework with at least two of the following:

• Cisco routing and switching technologies
• TACACS
• 802.1x
• SNMP
• NetFlow
• Syslog

Preferred:

• Network Troubleshooting.
• Thorough understanding of cabling and ability to test, troubleshoot, and repair copper and fiber issues.
• Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCNA Routing & Switching, Network+, etc.).
• Demonstrated work with DOD STIG requirements Experience supporting an IT infrastructure that supports multiple physical location.

• Highly self-motivated and well organized.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal oversight and work in a multi-discipline team environment.
• Demonstrated multitasking and prioritization abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability, in order to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to research and solve complex problems.