Network Systems Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Systems Engineer to support a government organization focused on research, development, testing, evaluation, and secure network operations. This position is 100% onsite at San Diego, CA. The Network Systems Engineer will provide engineering expertise and operational support for enterprise RDT&E and SRDT&E network environments, ensuring reliable connectivity, security, and performance across on-premises and multi-cloud infrastructures. Join a mission-driven team supporting critical defense technology initiatives and next-generation network modernization efforts.

Responsibilities for the Network Systems Engineer include:

• Provide engineering and operational support for RDT&E and SRDT&E network environments, including hardware/software installation, firmware updates, STIG compliance, and performance optimization.
• Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot network performance utilizing enterprise network management tools and packet-level analysis techniques.
• Establish and maintain connectivity between on-premises environments and cloud platforms including AWS and Azure through VPCs, virtual gateways, route tables, and VLAN management.
• Configure and support network infrastructure including HPE Aruba switches, Palo Alto firewalls, OSPF, BGP, IPsec tunnels, wireless networks, and boundary routing solutions.
• Implement and maintain network security technologies including Aruba ClearPass, 802.1X authentication, and Zero Trust architectures while supporting testing, validation, and corrective action initiatives.

Required Qualifications for the Network Systems Engineer include:

• 10+ years of experience supporting network engineering, network operations, systems engineering, or related infrastructure environments.
• Strong experience with routing and switching, OSPF, BGP, IPsec, cloud networking, HPE Aruba technologies, Palo Alto firewalls, wireless networking, and enterprise network management tools.
• Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, performance analysis, security implementation, and operational support in complex enterprise environments.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification required, such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, or CCNA Security.

Compensation for the Network Systems Engineer include:

• Salary Range: $160,000 - $170,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law

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