Network & Systems Engineer – Shipboard IT

JSL Technologies Incorporated•Jacksonville, FL

2d•$62,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

JSL Technologies, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Network & Systems Engineer to install, configure, troubleshoot, and support shipboard IT systems aboard Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). The role supports servers, networks, virtualization, endpoint security, and associated applications to help maintain secure and reliable shipboard operations. The engineer works directly with active-duty Navy personnel and government teams, provides onboard technical assistance, supports system integration and certification activities, and documents technical work. The position is based on-site in San Diego, California. JSL is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing engineering, logistics, and program support services to the Department of Defense, with a focus on U.S. Navy missions. The company describes its environment as collaborative and supportive, with an emphasis on integrity, teamwork, and professional growth.

Requirements

Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting network hardware, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Experience supporting IT equipment, including laptops, printers, and keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) switches.
Systems administration experience with Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux, and McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO).
Ability to explain technical issues and document work clearly, both verbally and in writing.
General knowledge of Department of Defense organizational structure.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
Ability to obtain a U.S. government Secret security clearance.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Relevant industry certifications, such as CCNA, RHCSA, or CompTIA Security+.
Active U.S. government Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) hardware and software.
Support Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, VMware, Cisco and Alcatel networking equipment, and McAfee endpoint security products.
Provide technical support for hardware and software design, engineering changes, and integration of shipboard information systems, databases, and web-based applications.
Perform configuration management activities and maintain accurate technical documentation.
Perform testing and configuration activities to help ensure shipboard computing systems, applications, and networks meet applicable Information Assurance (IA) requirements.
Work directly with Navy personnel and submit daily situation reports documenting supported activities to designated government teams and leads.