Cloud Network Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC is looking for a Cloud Network Engineer to join our team in Hampton, VA in support of the Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS) Falconer Program's Application Transformation (AppTX) team. A good candidate is experienced with the installation, configuration, and operation of AWS networks and network components software applications and Ansible/Terraform automation and has knowledge of AOC systems and associated ports and protocols. A strong candidate is also familiar with implementing automation with Infrastructure-as-Code and Configuration-as-Code; familiar with implementing DoD cybersecurity requirements and controls; familiar with network-focused Amazon Web Services (AWS); and has experience with Windows Server, Linux, and containerized applications. Builds systems on virtual machine instances through both manual and automated means, in both AWS cloud environments as well as on-premise edge computing environments. Applies required cybersecurity controls. Configures cloud resources as needed for both application functionality and cybersecurity compliance. Supports testing of cloud-hosted virtualized systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build VM-based networks/systems, install, and configure network applications, and support operations and sustainment of those systems in development, test, and production environments.

• Support the cybersecurity monitoring, including the assessment of any identified vulnerabilities and implementation of remediation as required.

• Develop automation code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell, to partially or fully automate the deployment, installation, and configuration of networks and/or network-based applications on various operating systems; as well as, containerized applications hosted in Kubernetes clusters.

• Configure AWS cloud resources, networks and security groups both manually and via automation, to implement the necessary compute, storage, network, and security configurations.

• Work with AOC WS 10.1 sites to integrate AppTX Lift and Shift systems on AWS with current On-Prem systems; this includes having a solid understanding of the AOC WS 10.1 BSS; as well as the ADCP KRADOS on-prem solution and what the future of that buildout on AWS networks.

• Has a solid understanding of network tunneling technologies and can deploy/configure a Tunneling solution.

• Configure AWS observability features including Cloudwatch Logs, Cloudwatch Metrics, and Cloudwatch Alerts for network systems.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation as required.

• Collaborate with the AppTX team and other stakeholders, including system administrators, developers, managers, and auditors, to implement AppTX requirements in a timely manner.

Qualifications

TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience.

• Two-plus (2+) years of demonstrated experience working in software development and/or IT operations.

• Active Secret clearance.

• CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD Approved Baseline Certification for IAT Level II).

• Experience with various network and computer system operating systems.

• Experience with AOC WS Boundary Security Systems and network system installation, configuration, and maintenance.

• Experience with automation tools including Terraform, Ansible, and/or PowerShell.

• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity controls, scans, and remediation of findings.

• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

• Familiarity with development and automation orchestration tools such as GitLab and GitLab CICD.

• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and practices.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum and/or Kanban.

Desired Certifications:

• AWS certifications are desirable, but not required.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.