Saalex
Network Engineer IV
$115K–$185K
Tidewater, Virginia +1 · Full-time · Posted Apr 20, 2026
- Location
- Tidewater, Virginia
San Diego, California - Experience
- 8–12 years of experience in network engineering or a related field.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Networking, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
About the job
Designs, integrates, and maintains secure, scalable enterprise and tactical network architectures supporting Navy Live Virtual Constructive environments.
What you'll do
- Architect enterprise network solutions, including LAN/WAN, SDN, and secure enclaves; oversee technology integration and security controls aligned with RMF and STIGs.
- Resolve complex network issues and lead modernization initiatives.
- Develop network standards and best practices, and provide technical leadership and mentorship.
What they ask for
- Experience with routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs; knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and VLANs.
- Relevant certifications, such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or Security+, depending on level.
- Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance; obtaining a clearance requires US Citizenship, among other conditions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to design and implement scalable network solutions.
Nice to have
- Experience supporting DoD or Navy network engineering environments.
- Familiarity with network automation, scripting, or SDN technologies; experience with secure network architectures and boundary protection systems.
Pay
$115k-$185k USD base salary
Tools
LAN/WAN, SDN, RMF, STIGs, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs
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