Senior Network Engineer

Job ID: 2611039Location: Norfolk, VA, USDate Posted: 2026-05-07Category: Information TechnologySubcategory: Network EngineerSchedule: Full-TimeShift: Day JobTravel: Yes - 25% of the timeMinimum Clearance Required: SecretClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCIPotential for Remote Work: ORA_REMOTEDescription SAIC is seeking a TACNET CB-ISEA Senior Network Engineer (Fleet Support) to join our team in Norfolk, VA. This role is REMOTE but MUST BE LOCAL TO AREA due to on site needs. This position requires frequent and regular onsite support aboard U.S. Navy ships. The engineer will work directly with Active Duty personnel and government staff to deliver high-quality repair and technical support for Navy afloat networks, including systems such as ADNS, ISNS, CANES, CENTRIXS, Legacy SCI, VIXS, and WRBS. Travel within the U.S. and internationally may be required (approx. 25%), along with occasional after-hours support.JOB DUTIES:Provide break/fix IT support in a fast-paced shipboard environment and troubleshoot LAN issues to determine effective resolutionsPerform root-cause analysis and recommend permanent configuration or system changes when neededCollaborate with external partners, consultants, vendors, and government agencies to resolve inter-system issues and support integration effortsDeliver server and network break/fix support, including remote troubleshooting of servers, networks, desktops, and peripheral devicesAdvise and guide Navy customers on best practices for maintaining afloat networks and associated components supporting data, voice, and communication servicesParticipate in technical meetings, prepare progress updates, and deliver briefs and presentations as neededSupport engineering and design reviews through participation in integrated product teamsQualificationsREQUIREMENTS:Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience. (An additional 8 years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.) 6+ years of experience supporting military network environments relevant to the listed responsibilitiesMust have an Active Secret Clearance to StartMust be able to obtain a TS/SCI after startAdministration experience with Cisco switches/routersWindows Server, or LinuxWorking knowledge of core networking concepts and protocols. Current DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+Ability to obtain an approved Operating System certification (e.g., CCNAMicrosoft Server Hybrid Administrator AssociateLinux+VCP, or equivalent) within 6 months of hireDESIRED SKILLS:Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise-scale networks (LAN/WAN/MAN/datacenter)Proficiency with enterprise wireless technologies (802.11 standards, controller-based systems, RF design, tuning, and modern security such as WPA3/802.1X)Knowledge of high-availability architectures including HSRP/VRRP, redundant WAN edges, load balancing, and resilient datacenter fabricsHands-on experience with next-generation firewalls, segmentation approaches, and zero-trust architectures across large networksExperience supporting hybrid infrastructures integrating on-prem networks with AzureAWS, or GovCloud and secure identity integrationStrong troubleshooting skills, including performing root-cause analysis and developing corrective actions that minimize operational impactAbility to collaborate with customers, partners, and engineering teams to resolve high-severity issues and represent the team in cross-functional forums2+ years of experience with IT ticketing systems such as HEAT, TrackIT, Magic, Remedy, Peregrine, or HELIXExperience supporting Microsoft Office and Windows OS in enterprise environmentsFamiliarity with afloat Navy systems including CANES, ADNS, CENTRIXS, ISNS/ORT, ONE-NET, SCI-Networks, SUB-LAN, VIXS, WRBS, CND, and SCIP-IWFSAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit . For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

Created: 2026-05-09