Principal Network – Electronics Engineer with Active Secret Clearance
An aerospace client is looking for a Principal Network – Electronics Engineer with Active Secret Clearance who has expertise with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
Location: San Diego, CA 92123
Position: Principal Network – Electronics Engineer
Pay Rate: $120.00/hr. on W2
Duration: 12 months or longer
Schedule: 9×80 A
***Hybrid opportunity available.***
Basic Qualifications for Principal Network-Electronics Engineer:
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience; OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree OR 0 years of experience with STEM PhD degree.
- CLEARANCE: Must have or be able to obtain a Full Secret clearance before you start.
- Expertise with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
- Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
- Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)
- Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
- Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS
- Ability to operate with considerable independence, and to self-identify/pursue long-term interests.
- Ability to communicate well, including proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio
- DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
- On-site presence at San Diego Spectrum Center at least 50%
- Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Basic Qualifications for Sr Principal Network-Electronics Engineer:
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 9 years of experience; OR 7 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree OR a minimum of 4 years of experience with STEM PhD degree
- CLEARANCE: Must have or be able to obtain a Full Secret clearance before you start.
- Expertise with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
- Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
- Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)
- Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
- Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS
- Ability to operate with considerable independence, and to self-identify/pursue long-term interests.
- Ability to communicate well, including proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio
- DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
- On-site presence at San Diego Spectrum Center at least 50%
- Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:
• A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent.
• Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE.
• Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs.
• Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
• Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2.
• Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services.
• Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC
• Experience with Cisco Modelling Labs (CML) or Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL).
• Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance
About our client:
Our client is a world leader and premier innovator in aerospace, with over 100,000 top talent employees providing the most advanced products and technologies in the industry. With numerous awards and recognitions, they offer continuous growth, learning, and development for their employees.
This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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