Network Engineer (NE)

Job Description

Job Description Join BAE Systems' Intelligence and Security Sector and be part of an agile team that enables our employees to support our customers and their missions. As a Network Engineer, you will analyze, design, develop, and/or maintain software and hardware needed for network communications including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), the internet, intranets, and other data communication systems. Collaborating with an innovative technical team, you will develop network support processes, procedures, and guidelines for troubleshooting network events (and performing sustaining tasks). The Network Engineer serves as the technical interface with vendors and other external stakeholders, making recommendations on network/security service and maintenance arrangements. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to design and maintain network environments that comply with relevant compliance standards, taking a leading role in the evaluation of new technologies and consultation with senior management. You will review technical documentation of supported environments to ensure accuracy and relevance, supporting the larger IT team and the ongoing mission.
Note: Must be able to maintain an active TS/SCI CI Polygraph.
Salary Range: $50,500 - $176,900
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we believe in supporting our employees in all aspects of their life including health, financial, and well-being. Employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k), disability coverage, life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program and other perks that offer discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance, as well as a legal plan. Our leave programs include paid time off, holidays, as well as other types of leave including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Education:

• Junior - HS Diploma / GED & 6 yrs, Associates & 4 yrs, Bachelors & 2 yrs, or Masters
• Journeyman - HS Diploma / GED & 8 yrs, Associates & 6 yrs, Bachelors & 4 yrs, or Masters & 2 yrs, or PhD
• Senior - HS Diploma / GED & 10 yrs, Associates & 8 yrs, Bachelors & 6 yrs, Masters & 4 yrs, or PhD & 2 yrs
• Subject Matter Expert - HS Diploma / GED & 12 yrs, Associates & 10 yrs, Bachelors & 8 yrs, or Masters & 6 yrs, or PhD & 4 yrs

Skills/Experience:

• ​Possess experience with most common network components to include routers, switches, firewalls, protocols, VoIP, DNS, remote access, VPN, routing, and switching. Also has knowledge of TCP/IP routing technologies including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP, in addition to knowledge of applicable business lines/industries
• Communicate complex concepts and data effectively and creatively (both written and oral) across multiple organizations, both internal & external, and with executive company and customer management
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of existing network and/or security hardware and software in use to provide third-tier technical and administrative support, and provide complex internal analysis and support of the network and/or security infrastructure

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's and the following years' experience:

• Jr - 2+ yrs
• Journeyman - 4+ yrs
• Sr - 6+ yrs
• SME - 8+ yrs

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.