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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $120,001.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Networking Hardware, Microsoft Visio, Network Diagrams, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Wireshark, Diagnostic Tools, Dynamic Routing, Juniper, SolarWinds (Software), Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c40093e2f71e5149

## About the Role

Required Education and Work Experience:

 * BS degree and nine (9) years of experience; four (4) additional years in lieu of degree.
 * Expertise in large-scale enterprise network architectures, DoD-specific standards (e.g., RMF, STIGs, JIE), and dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
 * Experience with advanced network hardware from vendors like Cisco and Juniper.
 * Skilled in creating detailed documentation and using diagnostic tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds).

Required Security Clearance:

 * No clearance required to start, must have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

 * Experience with Navy or USMC networks or Federal IT environments.
 * Knowledge of communication systems like Land Mobile Radio (LMR).
 * Ability to manage competing priorities and support diverse operational environments.

## Description

SAIC is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to support a mission-critical program. This role is 100% remote, with preference for candidates located in Charleston, SC or Stafford, VA. The candidate will design, configure, and secure enterprise network solutions in alignment with DoD requirements., * Design, implement, and manage large-scale enterprise network architectures, including LAN, WAN, routing, and switching.

 * Configure and optimize network devices to ensure secure, efficient performance while meeting mission requirements.
 * Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, including RMF, STIGs, and IAVM guidelines.
 * Conduct vulnerability assessments, implement mitigations, and validate cybersecurity controls.
 * Configure and manage dynamic routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF) and support backhaul technologies for communication systems like Land Mobile Radio (LMR).
 * Develop and maintain network diagrams, topology maps, and engineering documentation using tools like Microsoft Visio.
 * Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot network performance using diagnostic tools such as Wireshark and SolarWinds.
 * Deploy and maintain enterprise-grade networking hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls).
 * Serve as a technical liaison, reporting progress and providing solutions to stakeholders.


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