Network Engineer (Secret Clearance Required)

Location: Lexington Park MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Active Secret with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance (which is ultimately required).

Telework Eligible No work will be performed on site in our Lexington Park MD office.

What Youll Do:

As the Network Engineer youll join a top-notch team in support of NAVAIRs new Simulators at Sea () system. This system increases aviator readiness and is the first integrated training capability for an air wing to deploy on a Navy carrier. Get in on the ground floor of an exciting new initiative!

This position provides technical expertise in the design integration and sustainment of shipboard and shore-based network and electrical systems supporting distributed training environments. Your mission: to ensure reliable secure and high-performance connectivity across simulation training systems in support of innovative Naval Aviation training objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design configure and maintain network infrastructure supporting training systems including routers switches firewalls and associated hardware.
• Provide electrical systems support for integration of network equipment within shipboard and shore-based environments.
• Troubleshoot network and electrical issues across networks.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements including RMF and STIG implementation.
• Support installation configuration and certification of new hardware and software systems.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams technical documentation and configuration baselines.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders program offices and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Provide on-site and remote support including occasional travel for shipboard integration and testing.
• Position will require occasional travel (5%) for system installation testing and fleet support.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

What Youll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in a STEM area of study is highly preferred. Additional experience will be required without a degree.
• 5 years of experience in network engineering and/or electrical systems integration.
• Experience with Cisco networking equipment (routing switching VLANs etc.).
• Knowledge of DoD network environments (NMCI CANES or similar).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements (RMF STIGs ACAS etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and system diagrams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Naval Aviation training systems or simulation environments.
• Familiarity with distributed training architectures.
• Experience with shipboard network integration (e.g. CANES or afloat systems).
• Certifications such as Security CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.
• Experience with virtualization cloud integration or cross-domain solutions.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $135000 - $155000 commensurate with an individuals experience qualifications and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering information technology training and logistics. Above all we are committed to doing whats right for the Warfighterplain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package including 11 paid holidays medical/dental/vision coverage HSA/FSA options disability insurance and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

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ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing compensation.