Sr Principal Network Engineer - Secret Clearance Required!

TEKsystems
$45.00 - $95.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, San Diego
Apr 19, 2025
Description We are looking for a Sr. Principal Network Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. As a Sr. Principal Network Engineer at TEKsystems, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps, and Agile practices, we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly, and continuously drive innovation. Skills Network engineering, Troubleshooting, Cisco routers, Wan, Router, Firewall Top Skills Details * Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment * Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program's systems * Implement engineering changes to the system as required * Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures * Responsible for completing the network configurations and coordinating with the peers, SMEs, and government engineers. * Occasional travel may be required Additional Skills & Qualifications * Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Master (MS) degree; OR 4 years of experience with STEM PhD degree; an additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree. * Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection. * Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP. * Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE). * Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast. * Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS. * Ability to travel 10% of the time * DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent. * A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent. * Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE. * Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs. * Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting. * Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures. * Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2. * Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services. * Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC * Experience with Cisco Modelling Labs (CML) or Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL). * Proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio * CLEARANCE: Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance Experience Level Intermediate Level * This position requires an active DoD Clearance Secret * Because an active DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $95.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.