FWA Network Engineer

General Dynamics

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

The RQ224068 FWA Network Engineer joins the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support II program to support individual sustainment and collective Mission Command training. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining classified and unclassified WAN/LAN networks that provide voice, data, and video services for exercises. Key responsibilities include technical integration between simulation and C4I systems, managing external network use like NIPR and SIPR, and executing Risk Management Framework Certification and Accreditation activities. The engineer will configure Cisco routers, switches, and Palo Alto firewalls while troubleshooting TCP/IP, multicast, and UDP traffic flows. Required skills include knowledge of MSPP, MPLS, BGP, DNS, and DHCP, alongside experience with Wireshark and SolarWinds. The position ensures network readiness for Army training in the Arctic through rigorous cybersecurity compliance and STIG applications.

What you'll do

  • Design, plan, and implement classified and unclassified MTC WAN/LAN networks for voice, data, and video services.
  • Manage the integration of external networks including NIPR, SIPR, and tactical networks.
  • Configure, test, and troubleshoot internal simulation networks using Cisco firewalls, routers, and switches.
  • Execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) Certification and Accreditation activities to ensure cybersecurity compliance.
  • Apply system updates, quarterly patches, SRG/STIGs, and configure access control lists on network devices.
  • Plan and execute encrypted network connections to external entities for constructive simulation exercises.
  • Monitor network performance and conduct scheduled backups and recovery testing.
  • Coordinate network requirements and design responsibilities with training units and external communications organizations.

What we're looking for

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Must currently possess an active Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
  • BA/BS Degree or equivalent relevant years of experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience in network architecture design, implementation, and management.
  • Security+ certification is required.
  • Meet DoD 8570.01-M Baseline Computing Environment (CE) Certification Requirements at Information Assurance Technical Level II (IAT II).

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