Sigma Defense is seeking a self-directed and highly motivated Network Engineer to help engage in converging all voice, video, data communications between ship and shore. The MQ-25 and Unmanned Carrier Aviation (UCA) Mission Control System (UMCS) programs of record (POR) are managed by the UCA Program Office (PMA-268) with the responsibility to coordinate all System-of-Systems (SoS) development and integration. The MQ-25A is designed as an unmanned carrier launched air vehicle with a primary mission of providing air to air refueling of other carrier launched aircraft and a secondary mission of supplying intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance data to ship and shore sites. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Requirements 4+ years of experience in DoD or other Government Unclassified and Classified Systems/Networks, Cisco Routing and Switching, Networking Engineering, Network Testing, and Implementation planning. Proficiency in Layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing. Demonstrated proficiency in Multicast, BGP, DMVPN, IPSec, EIGRP, OSPF, VRRP, STP, VTP, ACLs, and Layer 3 tunnels. Strong experience operating Linux systems and configuring/troubleshooting Linux network-related tasks. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with network-related hardware and software. IAT Level II certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months). Experience with network automation tools (Ansible, Python). Cisco CCNA/CCNP certification is preferred. Network Engineering experience with ADNS, CANES, and/or CaaS is preferred. Personnel Clearance Level: Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher. Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related scientific or technical discipline. Degree may be substituted for 8+ years of experience in network engineering. Essential Job Duties ( not all-inclusive) Participate in network integration, testing, and troubleshooting, including loading configurations, troubleshooting devices, and performing Wireshark traffic analysis. Design, develop, optimize, and test network systems in a multi-vendor environment including routers, switches, firewalls, and other devices. Perform hardware and software testing, analysis, and selection, and apply DISA STIGs and generate RMF artifacts. Develop and maintain system documentation and generate network traffic with tools like Spirent traffic generators. Configure and troubleshoot network devices including Inline Network Encryptors (INEs) and Linux IP Tables. Provide operational support, including performing equipment operational tests, collecting and analyzing test data, and identifying/reporting issues. Salary Range : $115,000 - $125,000 annually. Benefits Dental and Vision Insurance Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans Life and AD&D coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) 12 (Floating) Holidays Educational Assistance Highly Competitive Salary