Network Engineer

Salary: $130,000 - 160,000 per year

Requirements:

• Active DoW Secret security clearance; ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance is preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related physical science or operational research discipline.
• 5–7 years of engineering experience designing, configuring, deploying, testing, and troubleshooting Cisco routing and switching solutions for DoW programs.
• Meet DoW Cyber Workforce Framework qualification requirements for the assigned work role and hold an active CompTIA Security+ CE certification.
• CCNA certification required; CCNP or equivalent professional-level certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with network automation, next-generation firewalls, VPNs, Layer 2/3 protocols, SDN, and Catalyst Center solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel capabilities for data-driven engineering reports.
• Ability to work flexible hours occasionally, work independently and collaboratively, and interact effectively with all levels of leadership.
• Ability to travel OCONUS in support of fleet installations and system deployments.
• Final candidates must pass a background check.

Responsibilities:

• Design network topologies, templates, and IP addressing plans that meet Navy system requirements.
• Lead integration, configuration, testing, deployment, security, and troubleshooting for wired and wireless LAN/WAN architectures, including next-generation firewalls and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and support sustainment of fielded networks.
• Plan end-of-life replacements and technology refreshes, evaluate emerging technologies, and analyze alternatives for legacy systems.
• Develop test plans, technical design documentation, standard operating procedures, engineering reports, and status updates.
• Provide technical guidance and briefings to production teams, systems engineers, program managers, and senior military stakeholders.
• Deploy SDN solutions, including SD-WAN and SD-Access, and automated configuration tools to streamline provisioning, accelerate fleet deployments, and improve network reliability.

Technologies:

• Cisco
• Excel
• Support
• LAN
• Network
• Security

More:

We are Cypher Analytics, a management consulting firm providing project management, financial management, engineering, and training solutions to the Department of War, particularly the U.S. Navy. For more than 15 years, we have delivered cost-saving initiatives to help the government provide greater capability to warfighters. We are hiring a Network Engineer to support complex networks for OCONUS Naval operations, translating mission and technical needs into secure, scalable, well-documented solutions across the network lifecycle. The role is based in San Diego, California, with on-site or hybrid work and a hybrid remote location listed. Compensation is $130,000–$160,000 per year. Eligible employees can receive medical, dental, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) match of up to 4%, employee stock ownership, a potential merit-based year-end bonus, annual tuition reimbursement, professional development, paid time off, and team-building opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify.

last updated 45 week of 2026