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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer Network 3 - **Company:** Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. - **Location:** Hampton, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $88,834.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** VoIP, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Networking Hardware, Intrusion Detection Systems, IP Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Networking Basics, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, Virtual Local Area Networks, Network Routers, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Splunk, Cisco, Network Optimization, ManageEngine - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/965C6F2994404176A67E2AEAB0125745/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Networking, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field; OR equivalent combination of education and experience. * 5 years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise or tactical network environments. * Working knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking concepts, IP routing, VLANs, ACLs, and basic network security. * Experience configuring and maintaining common network hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Brocade, Aruba). * Ability to perform network troubleshooting using standard tools and methodologies. * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CYSA+), or ability to obtain within required timeframe. * Active TS/SCI clearance. Preferred Requirements * Experience supporting DoW, DAF, or other government/mission-critical environments. * Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, and DoW cybersecurity compliance requirements. * Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk, ManageEngine). * Knowledge of VPNs, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and secure enclave configurations. * Experience supporting tactical or austere communications platforms. * Advanced vendor certifications (e.g., CCNP, JNCIS, Network+ CE). * Experience with VoIP, unified communications, or radio/IP integration. * Strong documentation and change-management discipline. ## Description * Support the planning, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of secure network infrastructures supporting Department of the Air Force (DAF) mission systems. * Configure, monitor, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and other network devices. * Perform network performance analysis, fault isolation, and root-cause investigations to ensure high availability and reliability. * Assist with network upgrades, technology refreshes, and the integration of new systems or capabilities. * Implement and maintain network security controls aligned with DoW and DAF cybersecurity policies. * Support accreditation, compliance, and documentation activities under RMF and related processes. * Maintain documentation including network diagrams, configuration baselines, SOPs, and change records. * Provide user support and technical guidance to on-site personnel and mission operators. * Participate in on-call or after-hours support as required by mission operations. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023)