Network Engineer

CompQsoft is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to support the Navy Enterprise Support Services (ESS) OTC (Onboard Test and Certification) Lab Environment for our clients, CNIC and NIWC. The selected candidate will provide engineering expertise in support of system integration, testing, and sustainment efforts across ESS environments, including systems such as LAMAS, AMAS, ALARMS, GBRS, AVG, APT, AVB, FDB, MAVB, and PSIMS.

This position requires comprehensive experience in network engineering, system configuration, and laboratory integration activities supporting CNIC and NIWC enterprise environments., * Engineer, integrate, and sustain systems in support of the ESS OTC Lab Environment and CNIC/NIWC operational requirements.

• Support testing, configuration, and validation of systems such as LAMAS, AMAS, ALARMS, GBRS, AVG, APT, AVB, FDB, MAVB, and PSIMS.
• Design and implement reliable network communication architectures across ESS components, ensuring secure connectivity and performance optimization.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines for ESS system integration and laboratory operations.
• Perform system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance tuning across interconnected ESS and enterprise networks.
• Coordinate with CNIC and NIWC stakeholders to ensure ESS laboratory systems meet engineering, security, and functional objectives.
• Support virtualization technologies used in lab environments (e.g., VMware ESXi, Hyper-V).
• Participate in test events, evaluation activities, and engineering reviews related to ESS capability upgrades and system enhancements.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity personnel to ensure compliance with RMF, DISA STIGs, and security posture standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (experience may substitute for education).
• Minimum of 6+ years of progressive experience in network and systems engineering, including at least 3 years supporting Navy or DoD laboratory environments.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain).
• Proven experience supporting CNIC and/or NIWC engineering or integration efforts in a Navy ESS or related environment.
• Hands-on experience with LAMAS, AMAS, ALARMS, GBRS, AVG, APT, AVB, FDB, MAVB, and PSIMS systems.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco enterprise-level infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Proficiency in routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), VLAN configuration, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience configuring and maintaining virtualized systems and networked testbeds.
• Familiarity with DoD IT systems architecture, testing procedures, and accreditation processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• IAT Level II or higher certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, or SSCP).
• Cisco CCNP/CCIE or equivalent network certification (Juniper, Aruba, etc.).
• Familiarity with CANES, ACS, or other Navy enterprise networks.
• Experience supporting lab-based integration, testing, and configuration control of multiple system baselines.
• Working knowledge of network monitoring, system imaging, and configuration management tools.
• Strong communication and technical documentation skills.