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(CTC) - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Gigabit Ethernet, Microsoft Windows, Wireless LAN, Active Directory, Border Gateway Protocol, BIND, Health Informatics, Unix, Fiber Distributed Data Interface, Configuration Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Ethernet, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, OSI Models, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Troubleshooting, Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Microsoft Operating Systems, Multi Router Traffic Grapher, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Management System, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Simple Network Management Protocols, TCP/IP, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Computer Network Operations, OpenVMS, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Network Support, Communication Devices, Terminal Servers, Cisco - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9032885/senior-network-engineer-pacific-3634930 ## About the Role * Five years relevant experience along with Bachelor's degree. Ten years with Technical or Vocational School, * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences, Engineering, technical degree, or related discipline, and five years of directly related experience; or successful completion of a certified Technical or Vocational School and 10 years of directly related experience gained through progressively higher levels of complexity. * IAM Level III or equivalent certification per DoD 8570.01-M is required. * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are required., * Mastery of networking protocols and technologies including TCP/IP, XDM, HTTP/HTTPS, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, RSTP, VRRP, BIND, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, PPP, HDLC, V.35, RS-449, and applicable IEEE 802 standards. * Direct experience with synchronous/asynchronous communications, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, FDDI, ATM, and other communications media used by DoD and DHA. * Experience with OTDR, cable testers, network sniffers, and EIA/TIA cable standards and specifications. * Mastery-level experience in routed, switched, and shared LAN environments using Microsoft OS, Windows Active Directory, UNIX, OpenVMS, routers, switches, terminal servers, and local/long-haul WAN connectivity. * Experience with DoD Health Care Information Systems is required. * Expertise in Windows networks, Cisco Systems, and Orion SolarWinds. * Ability to establish and configure network firewalls, VPN devices, and IDSs. * Understanding of MIB and MRTG to support network performance, planning, and minimum downtime. * Ability to communicate effectively with Government officials, medical professionals, and highly specialized technical personnel, both verbally and in writing. * Experience with Zero Trust Architectures and Methodologies is desired. Required Clearance : * Secret security level designation is required. ## Description Daily Responsibilities: * Supports the medical mission of the DoD and addresses complex technical infrastructure requirements across DHA networked facilities within the Pacific Region. * Identifies and resolves complex LAN/WLAN/WAN network problems and researches network-level issues using network management tools. * Provides high-level installation, configuration, documentation, management, and troubleshooting of LAN/WLAN/WAN communication equipment for DHA networked facilities within the Pacific Region. * Serves as the regional point of contact for network issues, configuration management, communications interconnection, addressing, multi-protocol routing, and network management. * Advises and consults with Government staff, agencies, and contractor representatives involved with LAN/WLAN/WAN design, implementation, deployment, and management to ensure the LAN/WLAN/WAN adequately supports the MHS mission and provides optimal performance. * Interfaces with and leads Network Specialists and internal or external organizations to resolve LAN/WLAN/WAN issues. * Resolves technical issues associated with network and routing protocols at all levels of the OSI model using diagnostics and network administration tools such as Orion SolarWinds, ARMIS, and Ansible. * Supports LAN/WLAN/WAN security by maintaining barrier systems that prevent unauthorized access to MTF systems, including firewalls, VPN devices, and IDSs. * Provides written recommendations for network-level changes or enhancements, documents changes through tickets, and creates or updates standards in coordination with the NetMOD Network Standards Team. * Studies vendor products to determine which components and configurations best meet DoD and MTF requirements in the Pacific region. * Establishes and implements LAN/WLAN/WAN procedures and standards to ensure compliance with DoD, DHA, and DHA Pacific Regional Command objectives and policies. * Communicates with key customers on the status of all network support requests. * Provides proactive input on standardization policies and develops procedures identifying best-practice solutions for LAN/WLAN/WAN operations. * Defines minimum standards related to LAN/WLAN/WAN access and its impact on network operations. * Leads or participates in other projects and support activities as needed. ## 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) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [JavaScript the Grumpy Parts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/306-javascript-the-grumpy-parts) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [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) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [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) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)