Network Engineer- Hospital Ship- Humanitarian Aid
About The Position
CACI is seeking a Network Engineer to support a United States Hospital Ship providing humanitarian aid. The role supports the optimal operation of the ship’s existing network system and requires the ability to work independently in challenging, fast-paced conditions while helping develop solutions to real-world problems. The position requires OCONUS travel and deployment aboard the hospital ship for assigned missions and out-of-state shipyard periods. The engineer must remain deployable for extended periods as embedded contractor support staff. The role provides technical support for multiple security enclaves and technologies including Cisco routing and switching, network security systems, SATCOM connectivity, firewalls, VoIP, Wi-Fi equipment, Palo Alto firewalls, Forescout, Nutanix Acropolis, Windows Server 2019 and 2022, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Windows 11 PCs, and medical-device interconnectivity. At the direction of the MTF IT Director, the engineer may also perform IT work supporting other divisions and mission needs outside the position’s specific role. The employee must hold or be able to obtain an eligible FCC radio license by contract award, maintain a valid U.S. government Secret clearance and be eligible for Top Secret access, and meet deployment, training, passport, and physical requirements. The role is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately; applicants may also be considered for other CACI positions.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience in enterprise-level IT administration and 2 years of healthcare informatics administration or support.
- Demonstrated expertise in network operations, including configuring and provisioning edge equipment, switches, wireless controllers and access points; core and distribution switching; routing with emphasis on OSPF and MPLS; firewall configuration and provisioning; troubleshooting multi-vendor network technology; and diagnosing or repairing copper and fiber-optic cabling.
- Experience with security systems relating to AAA, network management focused on compliance, SD-WAN, and micro-segmentation.
- Current IAT II or IAT III certification, with CompTIA Security+ or CISSP given as examples.
- U.S. citizenship and fluency in English.
- Ability to deploy on short notice for extended periods.
- Valid U.S. Government Secret security clearance and eligibility for Top Secret privileged access.
- Ability to lift and carry loads of 50 pounds or more and climb steep ladders and staircases.
- Complete applicable required security training within 90 days of award or within 5 days of departing the designated homeport, whichever is sooner.
- Possess or obtain within 30 days after hire a non-diplomatic U.S. passport with at least one year remaining before expiration.
- Possess or be able to obtain by contract award an FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License, FCC Technician Class Amateur Radio License, or a higher-level qualifying amateur radio license.
Nice To Haves
- Combat operations experience or prior military experience.
- Industry certification in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, or Forescout administration; examples listed include CCNA, CCNP, NSP, SOP, FCSA, and FCSE.
- Experience in medical IT environments, including Navy or Defense Health Agency medical systems.
- Experience with government, commercial shipping, and healthcare industry programs and standards, and familiarity with Department of War and Department of the Navy programs and policies.
- Experience with campus networking, wireless, voice services, storage networking, and fundamental SATCOM operations.
Responsibilities
- Ensure optimal operation of the existing network system onboard the hospital ship.
- Provide technical support for multiple security enclaves and associated network, security, server, endpoint, wireless, voice, SATCOM, and medical-device technologies.
- Perform IT work supporting other divisions and direct mission needs at the direction of the MTF IT Director, including work outside the position-specific role.
- Deploy or embark aboard the hospital ship for assigned missions and out-of-state shipyard periods, remaining available for extended deployment as embedded contractor support staff.
- Possess or obtain an FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License or FCC Technician Class Amateur Radio License by contract award and provide a copy to hospital staff upon award.
- Complete required security training, including applicable SERE Level B, ISOPREP, and Cyber Awareness training, within the stated deadlines.
Benefits
- Flexible time off benefit.
- Learning and development opportunities and resources.
- Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time-off benefits.
- Competitive compensation and benefits options designed to support and protect employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
