Network Engineer

$97,000 - $120,000/Yr

Frontier Technology - San Diego, CA

Full-time

Remote - San Diego, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Frontier Technology Inc. is seeking a self-directed and motivated Network Engineer to support a critical DoD program at the Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific in San Diego, CA. This role involves providing network engineering support for the PMA-268 Unmanned Carrier Aviation (UCA) requirements, focusing on developing capabilities for tactical wideband IP networking solutions. The position requires a DoD Secret clearance and offers the flexibility to perform some tasks remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement router, switch, iptables, and/or in-line network encryptor configurations for network transport equipment in accordance with sponsor interface control documents and network architecture standards.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve network problems and anomalies.
• Write formal documentation for all network functions.
• Evaluate and test emerging network technologies to ensure compatibility with existing designs.
• Participate in design reviews and peer reviews and contribute technical feedback to peers throughout each development Sprint.
• Develop test cases for all network functions and write test plans and reports to demonstrate functionality of design.
• Support ANTS/ARCS user requests for assistance as assigned.
• Participate in technical exchanges and develop solutions to integrate with aircraft and ground control station vendor systems.
• Report status and recommendations to the ANTS/ARCS Network Lead.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of exposure to networking protocols: OSPF, PIM, IGMP, VRRP, and IPSec (as implemented with HAIPE devices).
• Clearance: Secret.
• An understanding of network security best practices.
• An understanding of RHEL iptables.
• An understanding of the use and configuration of encryption devices (KG-175D, KG-175F, KG-175N).
• Hold active CompTIA Security certification.
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision on assigned tasks.
• Effective communication and writing skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.
• Cisco CCNA or equivalent level of vendor certifications.
• Experience in DoD engineering support, ADNS, or Naval aviation.
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g. Ansible, Jenkins).
• Experience with Python or bash shell scripting.
• Experience with unmanned or unattended system use cases or environments.
• Experience with Agile Scrum development framework.
• Familiarity with software-defined networks or SD-WAN architectures.
• Familiarity with ACAS scanning tool.
• Familiarity with resolving networking DISA STIG findings.
• Familiarity with Spirent TestCenter traffic generation tool.

Benefits

• Compensation range for candidates in California is $97K- $120K, based on qualifications and experience.