Sr. Principal Network Engineer 3
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Sr. Principal Network Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in San Diego, CA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Master (MS) degree; OR 4 years of experience with STEM PhD degree; an additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree.
o Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
o Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP.
o Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE).
o Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
o Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS.
o Ability to travel 10% of the time.
o Must be a US Citizen.
o CLEARANCE: Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are looking for you to join our team as a Sr. Principal Network Engineer based out of San Diego, CA. As a Sr. Principal Network Engineer, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation.
Responsibilities:
o Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment.
o Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program's systems.
o Implement engineering changes to the system as required.
o Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures.
o Responsible for completing the network configurations and coordinating with the peers, SMEs, and government engineers.
o Occasional travel may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
o A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent.
o Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE.
o Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs.
o Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting.
o Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
o Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2.
o Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services.
o Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC.
o Experience with Cisco Modelling Labs (CML) or Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL).
o Proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio.
o Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
School must be accredited.
WORK HOURS:
Full-Time 9/80 work week. 1st shift.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Job Location: San Diego, CA
Rate: Up to $107.66 DOE
Duration: 12 months
Input Date: 08/13/2025
Last Updated: 08/13/2025
Attention: Robert Davis
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: rdavis@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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