Network Engineer

What Youll Do:

The Network Engineer will be part of a team responsible for the design implementation security and sustainment of the network infrastructure supporting Navy Live Virtual and Constructive (LVC) training this role you will maintain complex enterprise and tactical networks that enable distributed simulation environments real-time data exchange and large-scale combat training exercises involving Navy Joint and coalition participants.

This position will be based fully on-site at our Lexington Park MD office. Periodic travel to the NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex in Virginia Beach VA where the Global LVC Operations Center is located will be required. Candidates interested in relocating to the Virginia Beach area may also have the option to work from the government site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design implement and maintain enterprise and tactical network architectures.
• Support classified and unclassified training networks.
• Configure routers switches firewalls load balancers and network management systems.
• Maintain network availability and performance across geographically dispersed training locations.
• Support connectivity between live platforms simulators command centers and remote training participants.
• Implement boundary defense solutions and network segmentation.
• Maintain firewall rules and access controls.
• Support cybersecurity audits vulnerability remediation and RMF compliance.
• Monitor network traffic for anomalies and security incidents. Serve as a technical lead during major fleet and coalition training events.
• Monitor network health throughout exercises.
• Rapidly resolve connectivity issues affecting training realism and operational objectives.
• This position may require up to 25% annual travel.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

What Youll Bring:

• Experience configuring managing and troubleshooting routers switches firewalls load balancers and network management systems within enterprise or Department of Defense (DoD) environments.
• Experience supporting classified and unclassified networks including implementing network segmentation boundary defense solutions firewall rule management and secure remote connectivity.
• Working knowledge of network monitoring performance optimization and troubleshooting techniques to maintain reliable connectivity across geographically dispersed locations.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity initiatives including vulnerability remediation RMF compliance security audits and implementation of DISA STIGs and other DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience supporting operational events exercises or mission-critical activities requiring timely resolution of network issues to maintain system availability and performance.

Education and Certification Requirements:

Qualified candidates should have one of the following:

1. A bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Data Science Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering.
2. One of the following industry certifications: CEH Cloud GCIH GICSP GCES Security or SSCP.

Please upload copies of any relevant certifications.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $135000 - $150000 commensurate with an individuals experience qualifications and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering information technology training and logistics. Above all we are committed to doing whats right for the Warfighterplain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package including 11 paid holidays medical/dental/vision coverage HSA/FSA options disability insurance and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

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ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing compensation.