Network Engineer - SME

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Nighthawk offers sound solutions in software development and both defensive and proactive cybersecurity. Nighthawk offers an integrated, holistic cybersecurity workforce that is enthusiastic, continuously learning, and progressive. The team is fully committed to implementing dynamic cybersecurity solutions that effectively address the needs of customers. Nighthawk's flexibility and expertise across the cybersecurity field provides customized solutions to our customer's unique needs.

Summary:

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join our team and provide expert support in defining the overarching vision, policies, and architectural standards for C2ISR Integration Facility network support across the entire enterprise for the Department of Defense.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides strategic technical and management leadership for defining the overarching vision, policies, and architectural standards for C2ISR Integration Facility network support across the entire enterprise.
• Establishes enterprise-level goals and long-range strategic plans for the development and validation of integration facilities, ensuring network infrastructure supports the most complex C2ISR hardware and software integration requirements.
• Serves as the principal authority on network architecture for Tactical Data Centers, advanced multi-tenancy, containerization, and virtualization within integration laboratory environments.
• Directs and controls all network infrastructure initiatives within integration facilities, holding ultimate responsibility for strategic planning, resource allocation, and process methodologies to support C2ISR system design, development, integration, and evaluation.
• Leverages deep domain and expert technical knowledge to conduct comprehensive network architectural reviews, develop advanced mitigation strategies for integration network vulnerabilities, and integrate innovative, proactive networking solutions (e.g., AI-driven network optimization for labs).
• Engages in high-level client negotiations and strategic interfacing with senior management, shaping network policies, resource allocation, and technical standards with critical impact on C2ISR mission effectiveness and the speed of capability development.
• TO Management & Financial Tracking Tools: EAGLEVision portal; Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate); G Invoicing API; ASSIST portal integration; variance analysis dashboards; MS Project; Primavera; GFP management modules; WBS tracking systems; ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk; automated RIP/CTP/TAR workflows; SharePoint libraries; Confluence; Microsoft Search; lessons learned databases; video library repositories; eMass, Archer GRC; internal audit portals; Excel/SharePoint audit templates; CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams; Azure AD role based access; mobile access via Power Apps.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in a STEM field or equivalent years of experience.
• Must complete DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment. CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams; Azure AD role based access; mobile access via Power Apps.
• Minimum 6-10 years of related experience in Network Admin or similar role.
• Minimum of IAT2.
• TS-SCI current clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical certification (CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician, etc.) is a plus.

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.