Senior Network Engineer

What You'll Do:

The Senior Network Engineer will design, implement, secure, and sustain the network infrastructure supporting Navy Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training systems. The selected candidate will maintain complex enterprise and tactical networks that enable distributed simulation environments, real-time data exchange, and large-scale combat training exercises involving Navy, Joint, and coalition participants.

This position will be based at the NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex in Virginia Beach, VA.

Key Responsibilities:   

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise and tactical network architectures. 
• Support classified and unclassified training networks. 
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and network management systems. 
• Maintain network availability and performance across geographically dispersed training locations. 
• Support connectivity between live platforms, simulators, command centers, and remote training participants. 
• Implement boundary defense solutions and network segmentation. 
• Maintain firewall rules and access controls. 
• Support cybersecurity audits, vulnerability remediation, and RMF compliance. 
• Monitor network traffic for anomalies and security incidents. 
• Serve as a technical lead during major fleet and coalition training events. 
• Monitor network health throughout exercises. 
• Rapidly resolve connectivity issues affecting training realism and operational objectives.  
• This position may require up to 25% annual travel.

 This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary. 

Requirements

What You'll Bring:  

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical field and a minimum of 9 years of progressively responsible experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise and tactical network infrastructures. Additional, related networking experience may be substituted for a degree. 
• Demonstrated experience configuring and supporting enterprise network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and network management systems in classified and unclassified environments. 
• Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting secure network architectures supporting geographically dispersed operations, distributed users, and mission-critical systems. 
• Experience implementing boundary defense solutions, network segmentation, access controls, and cybersecurity best practices in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. 
• Experience monitoring network performance, analyzing network traffic, resolving complex connectivity issues, and supporting vulnerability remediation to ensure high availability and operational readiness. 
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, or NAVAIR networks, including providing technical leadership during operational exercises, training events, or other mission-critical activities. 

Certification Requirements:

Must possess DoD Approved Baseline Certification as Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II (e.g., GSEC, Security+ CE, CySA, PenTest+), along with any one of the following certifications: 

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise 
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security 
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Center

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $150,000 - $165,000, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

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ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.

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