Network Engineer

SAIC is seeking Network Engineers to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region.

Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.

The Network Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensures effective dataflow management and orchestration policy enforcement
• Monitors real-time operations data, contributing insights to operational dashboards, and enforce content inspection and guard interfaces including recommending system and software maintenance activities and supporting Tier 2 on-site and remote break/fix services to address network issues promptly

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• One of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, CEH, Cloud+, SecurityX/ CASP+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CCNP Security, CCSP, GSEC, Certified Network Defender (CND)
• Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 5 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
• Perform network configuration, maintenance, and optimization with moderate supervision
• Design and implement network solutions based on project requirements and security guidelines
• Conduct troubleshooting and issue resolution for complex network problems
• Participate in network performance monitoring and optimization efforts
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and assist with network-related documentation
• Proficiency with network protocols and configurations (e.g., OSPF, BGP, VLANs, QoS)
• Experience with network hardware and tools, including routers, switches, firewalls, and monitoring systems
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve network issues
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices and standards in a network context