Network Engineer, Principal Specialist, El Segundo, CA Onsite

RTX•El Segundo, CA

1d•$95,500 - $181,700•Onsite

About The Position

The Network Engineer will support the operation of classified network infrastructure at Raytheon/RTX locations. The role includes installing, maintaining, supporting, and monitoring voice and data networks in classified computing areas and SAP areas at the El Segundo, California facility. The position requires an active U.S. Secret clearance before the start date; the employee will be required to apply for a Top Secret clearance after starting. A current and active Top Secret DoD clearance is preferred. Relocation support may be available to applicants who meet company policy criteria. The engineer will coordinate with other teams and maintain clear network documentation to support project growth. The role involves maintaining network management platforms, planning and configuring network solutions for current and future requirements, and designing networks that account for hardware and software selection, hierarchical architecture, geographic limitations, redundancy, uptime, and cost. The engineer will also work with program engineers to resolve networking problems in tactical environments and support the technical team through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing. The role is onsite and may require work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed. Domestic travel may be required as needed. The position typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and at least five years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least three years of experience.

Requirements

Typically, a university degree or equivalent experience and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
Active, in-scope, transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required before the start date; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.
Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.
Must obtain Security+ certification within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, desired within a year.
Cisco ISE experience with 802.1X, SolarWinds, and setting up client-server environments for government networks.
Experience with current cabling and fiber standards.
Experience with access control lists, security posture, and vendor best practices.
Experience with Visio diagramming and design capabilities.
1–2 years of experience with network management software.
Willingness and availability to travel domestically as needed.
Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of encryption devices.
Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communication.
Experience with IP telephony, NTP servers, GemOne, and SolarWinds.
Ability to work under time constraints.
Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
Current and active U.S. Top Secret DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

Maintain the smooth operation of voice and data networks.
Plan, evaluate, coordinate, and perform installation or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and voice communication networks.
Develop technical expertise in network hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, including switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, and encryptors.
Maintain network management software platforms.
Propose and configure communications solutions that address current and future needs, optimize cost savings, and account for redundancy and required network uptime.
Prepare, maintain, and create network documentation, including operational instructions, technical diagrams, and other documentation.
Monitor and analyze networks to support short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
Coordinate third-party network equipment maintenance and vendor support.
Design networks, including hardware and software selection, hierarchical architecture, and geographic limitations.
Work with program engineers to resolve networking problems in tactical environments.
Support the technical team’s performance and capabilities through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.
Communicate across teams and organize clear documentation of network details to support project growth.
Work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Benefits

Relocation support for eligible applicants, subject to company policy.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee assistance program.
Employee Scholar Program.
Parental leave.
Paid time off and holidays.
Applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation; payments are not guaranteed.