Network Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Arlington, VA
Salary
$119,000–$161,000 / yr
Posted
30 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $155k
This role $140k
$111k most similar roles pay here $192k

This role pays less than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $129,500–$180,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $140k versus about $155k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 1123 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $124,093–$150,385 across 984 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Network Engineer

Network Engineer - TS/SCI Required joins the IT Infrastructure and Operations team to support ETM activities at the Pentagon. This role involves designing, planning, and building communications networks while ensuring infrastructure adheres to quality standards. The engineer will configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators for LAN and WAN systems using various communication protocols. Daily responsibilities include monitoring network performance with industry-leading technologies, implementing hardware and software enhancements, and providing technical solutions to complex problems. The position requires expertise in Aruba networking systems, routing protocols, and L3 configurations. Candidates must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and IAT Level II certification, along with a relevant networking certification such as Cisco, Juniper, or Brocade. This role focuses on maintaining network integrity, connectivity, and security for critical government communication infrastructure.

What does a Network Engineer earn?

Median $147000 from 81 postings across 20 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design, plan, and build communication networks including hardware and software components.
  • Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators using standard network engineering protocols.
  • Monitor network performance and integrity using industry-leading technologies.
  • Perform maintenance and upgrades on servers, routers, switches, and remote access systems.
  • Analyze customer requirements to provide technical solutions for complex networking problems.
  • Coordinate the acquisition of hardware, software, and subcontractor services as needed.
  • Evaluate new communication technologies to enhance existing network capabilities.
  • Provide guidance and leadership to less experienced network personnel.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Must have 5 or more years of experience in network administration.
  • Must hold an IAT Level II certification.
  • Must hold one networking certification from Brocade, Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), Juniper (JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP), or Aruba.
  • Must be willing to obtain an Aruba certification within 90 days of employment if not already held.
  • Must have hands-on experience with Aruba networking systems and proven experience in routing protocols and L3 configurations.
  • US Citizenship.

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