Experienced Network Test Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Groton, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

About Department 475 Department 475 is responsible for managing the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) Network (NNPP Net) at Electric Boat. The EB LAN portion of the NNPP Net consists of Electric Boat users across the country including the east coast and pacific northwest. The network is expanding to support many changes including new construction, maintenance and modernization contracts, and to meet changing security requirements. D475 seeks a highly motivated and experienced individual to join its IT team. This role requires in-depth knowledge and experience with network configuration and management. The successful candidate will work in a technically diverse environment with a team of system administrators responsible for a primarily Windows network. The group is responsible for the installation, configuration, management, and maintenance of the LAN including ensuring its security and availability to users across the network. The individual’s main responsibilities will involve supporting network infrastructure. This position requires implementing government standard configurations to network equipment. It provides team members with challenging work and a means to continue gaining technical skills and broadening their experience throughout their career. The position requires regular physical access to network devices throughout the Groton shipyard and the New London, Kings Highway and Quonset Point, RI campuses so a lot of walking and local travel is required. Occasional travel to the secondary locations is expected. This includes sites from MD to GA and the west coast. This position is 100% on-site. No remote option.

Requirements

High school Diploma/GED
5+ years of engineering experience post graduation supporting an IT infrastructure that supports multiple physical locations.
Experience working with Cisco routing and switching technologies
Experience cabling and testing, troubleshooting, and repairing copper and fiber issues.
Documented experience with several of the following: TACACS 802.1x/MAB SNMP NetFlow Syslog DNS DHCP Network Troubleshooting
Data networking (Layer 2/Layer 3) and enterprise network environments
Network design and architecture
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance, including a Single Source Background Investigation.
This position is 100% on site with no remote option.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's of Science degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related Engineering field.
Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Routing & Switching, and Cisco Certified Network Associate Automation
Advanced certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Experience working with DOD STIG requirements
Knowledge and/or experience with DevOps tools such as Python, Ansible, and Git
Large-scale Service Provider Network experience
Active Secret Security
Self-motivated, cooperative, learning agility
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated multitasking and prioritization abilities
Flexibility and adaptability, in order to thrive in a rapidly changing environment
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and analytical skills

Responsibilities

Installing and configuring network routers, firewalls (Palo Alto) and managed switches (Cisco)
Installing and configuring TACLANE encryptors
Campus Fiber Planning/Projects
Working with teams to implement cyber security initiatives including network firewalls
Network security patching and vulnerability management
Attending training sessions to maintain and improve skillsets as well as cross-train peers
Lead network related projects involving multiple teams
Other tasks and duties as needed

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
Career Growth – Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
Stability & Expansion – We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
Inclusive Culture – Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
Impactful Work – Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission

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