Staff Mission Network Engineer
Core
Deploy, configure, and operate terrestrial and cloud network infrastructure supporting classified U.S. Government space programs.
Role type
Staff Mission Network Engineer (IC)
Builds
Secure, compliant, and operational networks across multiple classification levels and locations
Domain
Defense & Intelligence (DoD/IC) / Classified Network Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
IP networking (routing, switching, VLANs, QoS), network boundary protection, STIG implementation, RMF/ATO support, NSA Type 1 cryptographic device operation, DoD APL/TAA compliance, network documentation, cloud network configuration (AWS GovCloud)
Preferred skills
TS/SCI clearance, AWS/Azure IL-6+ classified cloud experience, classified ground station/satellite C2 infrastructure, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), zero trust architectures, network automation (SDN)
Technologies
AWS GovCloud, NSA Type 1 devices (KG-175, KG-142), DISA STIGs, DoD APLs
Responsibilities
Deploy and operate terrestrial network infrastructure including switching, routing, and boundary protection hardware; Implement and maintain network configurations in AWS GovCloud and classified cloud environments; Configure network connectivity between AWS classified cloud, USG networks, and end-user physical networks; Implement and validate network security controls including boundary protection, traffic segmentation, and encrypted communications; Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity, configuration, and performance issues across classified on-premise and cloud environments; Manage keying material (KEYMAT) handling and controlled cryptographic item (CCI) documentation; Support RMF activities including network control implementation and assessment preparation
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC