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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer (Engineer Level 2 or Principal... - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States - **Salary:** $72,100.0 - $108,100.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Secure Shell (SSH), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Confluence, JIRA, Border Gateway Protocol, Unix, Cisco IOS, Software Documentation, Data Link, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Desktop Computing, Linux, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Network Interface Controllers, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Subnetting, Network Layer, Network Planning and Design, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Routing, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Scrum Methodology, SAP (Applications), Simple Network Management Protocols, Syslog, Terminal Access Controller Access-Control System (TACACS), Wireshark, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Virtualization Technology, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Juniper, Firepower, Splunk, Network Server - **Published:** July 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gfo74g ## About the Role + Practical knowledge of functional and physical architecture definition, interface control, and creation of design drawings. + Hands-on involvement in test and verification processes, including creating verification matrices, overseeing hardware/software test, and managing test documentation. + Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and supplier interaction. + Solid Understanding of IP4 network design, including IP subnetting and routing protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP. + Ability to configure and troubleshoot common network devices; Required: Cisco IOS-XE. + Solid Understanding of advanced network topics, such as GRE/IPSEC tunnels, VRF, VRRP. + Solid understanding with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS., At a Network Engineer Level: + Must have a Bachelors degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field and at least some of relevant military / professional / academic experience At a Principal Network Engineer Level: + Must have a Bachelors degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a PhD and at least 1 year of relevant military / professional / academic experience And At Both Levels: + Must have an active US Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). + Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. + Must have experience performing requirements analysis and developing technical requirement documentation for hardware/software subsystems. + Must have experience supporting acquisition activities such as RFP development, supplier coordination, and reviewing supplier deliverables. + Must have experience with data acquisition from aerospace interfaces, specifically MIL-STD-1553 or equivalent bus protocols. Preferred Qualifications: + DODD 8570 certifications, such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or similar network/security certifications. + Familiarity with AGILE processes and SCRUM tools (JIRA, Confluence). + Familiar with Windows and Linux configuration and troubleshooting. + A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent. + Experience with authentication and data encryption methods, to include securing communications at either the datalink or network layer. + Experience with embedded systems, Unix and Linux operating systems, single board computers, servers and Network Attached Storage (NAS) solutions. + Experience with non-Cisco networking environments such as Juniper or Palo Alto. + Experience with virtualization environments. + Working knowledge of cyber security and Risk Managed Framework (RMF), STIGs and associated elements. + Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE. + 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 performing troubleshooting with traffic capture tools, such as Wireshark and tcpdump, nmap and netcat. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [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) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)