FWA Network Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Fort Wainwright, AK
Salary
$83,927–$113,549 / yr
Posted
37 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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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.

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TL;DR · FWA Network Engineer

RQ224068 FWA Network Engineer - Secret Clearance Required (Evergreen) is a role within the IT Infrastructure and Operations team supporting the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support II program. The Network Engineer will design, implement, and maintain classified and unclassified WAN/LAN networks to support voice, data, and video services for training exercises. Key responsibilities include integrating simulation systems with C4I infrastructure, managing external network connections like NIPR and SIPR, and performing Risk Management Framework activities including STIG compliance and patching. The role requires expertise in Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, Wire Shark, and Solar Winds tools. Candidates must possess skills in MPLS, BGP, and TCP/IP traffic flows while managing infrastructure for constructive simulation environments. This position addresses the technical challenge of providing robust communication networks for military training and readiness programs in the Arctic.

What you'll do

  • Design, plan, and implement classified and unclassified WAN/LAN networks for voice, data, and video services.
  • Manage the integration of internal systems with external networks including NIPR, SIPR, and tactical networks.
  • Configure, test, and troubleshoot simulation network infrastructure including Cisco firewalls, routers, and switches.
  • Execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities including Certification and Accreditation processes.
  • Maintain cybersecurity compliance by applying system updates, quarterly patches, IAVAs, and STIGs.
  • Establish and maintain encrypted network connections to external entities for constructive simulation exercises.
  • Monitor network performance and perform scheduled backups and recovery testing.
  • Coordinate network requirements and designs with training units and external communications organizations.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must currently possess a Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience in network architecture design, implementation, and management.
  • Security+ certification is required to meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT II requirements.
  • Experience with Cisco routers/switches, Microsoft server platforms, and specific products like Palo Alto or SolarWinds.
  • Proficiency in Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology and Cybersecurity tasks including STIGs and patching.
  • US Citizenship.

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