Network Engineer

Responsible for architecting and supporting the modernization, expansion, enhancement, and upgrades across US Army IT infrastructure, IT systems, IT support systems, and communications systems. Will analyze site survey reports, recommend network modernization upgrades, craft network architectures, and assist operations leads in creating deployment plans and executing capability roll outs. The job requires direct interaction with US Army, DoD, and other USG personnel including briefing technical plans and adjusting architecture requirements to fit US Army acquisition and supply chain requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, economics, computer science, engineering, or relevant degree. Additional 4+ years of relevant experience allowed in lieu of degree allowed

• 8+ years relevant project management experience

• Project Management Professional Certification

• Active SECRET clearance

• Willingness to pursue TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility

• Project Manager(s) are expected to be available onsite at B/P/C/S during active project(s)

• On-site work at Ft Belvoir, VA during normal business hours.

• Up to 25% travel expected to US Army CONUS sites during deployment phases

Preferred Requirements

• Active or prior TOP SECRET/SCI clearance

• Willingness to deploy to USG sites for 2-4 weeks at a time

• Holds advanced professional networking certifications, such as CCNP, CCIE, or industry equivalent.

• Familiarity and application of architectural frameworks commonly used in Government agencies, such as DoDAF, TOGAF, etc.

• Excellent analytical, technical, communication, planning, presentation, and organizational skills with the ability to articulate new ideas and concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences, internal teams, senior leaders, vendors, partners, customers, and stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience evaluating current-state network architectures and identifying effective, secure, scalable solutions that optimize operations.

• Designing solutions and developing supporting documentation, including plans, diagrams, specifications, topologies, and configurations for the current and target-state technology stacks.

• Providing technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle and reach-back SME support when unforeseen obstacles and complex issues arise.

• Developing technical presentations, reviewing engineering proposals and change requests, and providing guidance/recommendations during technical engineering and review board meetings.

• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles, concepts, methodologies, and approaches as laid out in CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model and NIST SP 800-27 Zero Trust Architecture.

• Developing and implementing industry best business practices through standards guidelines, processes, and procedures that align with Federal, DoD, and U.S. Army policies and regulations.

This role is part of a current proposal scheduled to start in 2026.

Salary range based on backgrond, skills, experience and education.

Network Engineer 3 : $ 102,160-189,725

Network Engineer 4 : $ 118,590- $220,238, HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture, Mission Technologies is searching for an experienced Network Engineer to join our team in Fort Belvoir, VA. HII’s Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives., Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you., We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.