Systems Engineer - Network Protocols

• Design and architecture of the specification and documentation for Interoperability of the NSA High Assurance IP Encryptor (HAIPE) family of secure IP networking devices
• Participate in design meetings, architecture reviews, and working group meetings
• Research and integration of current industry standard protocols and practices
• Create documentation as required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field of study.
• 3+ years of professional experience
• Experience interfacing and presenting to the customer

• Expertise in Network Software Engineering or Network Protocols o IETF RFCs and associated networking specifications o Layer 2/3/4 protocol-level analysis and development o In-depth understanding of IPv4 & IPv6 o IPsec, cryptographic primitives & mechanisms o Internet and Routing protocols

• Experience designing data modeling schema (for example YANG models and RESTCONF)
• U.S. citizenship required; must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance., * 2+ years of programming experience in Python
• Low-level Linux TCP/UDP/TLS/raw socket programming & analysis
• Experience with Gitlab or CI/CD pipelines
• Expertise in Linux Systems and Virtual Machines

• Base salary: $110,000-$130,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Our Company Perks! Career Growth: We invest in your professional development and provide clear opportunities for advancement. Impactful Work: Contribute to critical government and commercial projects that make a difference. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule for better work-life balance. Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance, plus access to additional voluntary insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with Company Safe Harbor contributions
• Eligibility for discretionary employer-sponsored bonus
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Paid Time Off: 10 days of vacation, 7 personal days, and 11 paid Federal holidays annually.

Nathan Kunes Incorporated (NKI), established in 1998, specializes in delivering Software, Systems, and Information Assurance engineering services to the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community agencies. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued and respected.

NKI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.