Network Engineer II

The Network Engineer II supports the Navy by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable network architectures across global Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments. This role focuses on network engineering, integration, and optimization of enterprise and tactical network systems.

Essential Functions:

• Implement and maintain network configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Support network integration and deployment activities.
• Troubleshoot network issues and support performance tuning.
• Assist with implementation of security controls and compliance with STIGs.
• Support documentation and engineering changes.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Required:

• 3-5 years of experience in network engineering or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Networking, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with network technologies (routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs).
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, Security+ depending on level).

Desired:

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy network engineering environments.
• Familiarity with network automation, scripting, or SDN technologies.
• Experience with secure network architectures and boundary protection systems.

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to design and implement scalable network solutions.

Security Clearance:

• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance. Active clearances preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc., Air Force, Analysis Skills, BGP, Business Intelligence, Business Services, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, CompTIA Security+, Data Analysis, Disability Accommodations, Firewalls, Health Plan, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intelligence Agencies, Local Government, Logistics, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Integration, Network Protocols, Network Router Configuration, Network Routers, Network Routing, Network Support, Network Switching, Network Systems, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Operations Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Support Documentation, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Testing, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), VPN (Virtual Private Network)

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan

Saalex Corporation is seeking multiple Network Engineer II in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.