Network Engineer Principal

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Communication Network Engineer Principle to join our team. This role is 100% remote with 25% travel to VA and SC. 

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, analysis, planning, modification, and maintenance of networks and network components supporting data, voice, and/or communication activities
• Prepare the analysis of short/long term capacity needs for switching, routing transmission, and signaling
• Conduct Verification Site Surveys (VSS)
• Conduct QA/QC inspections
• Conduct network architecture design, feasibility, and cost studies as well as internal studies of network performance and traffic analysis
• Evaluate new and upcoming technology
• Provide specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture
• Provide tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements
• Responsible for testing of new and existing network systems 

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelors Degree and nine (9) years of experience
• Minimum nine years of experience in network services, Cisco AS or high-level support, or large-scale Network Design experience
• Demonstrable proficiency in network architecture and engineering
• Understanding of VoIP, SIP, IMS, and standards like VoLTE
• Understanding of Telecommunication Facilities and supporting internal Auxiliary Infrastructure
• Development, planning, and execution of test, validation, and cutover methodologies
• Experience with AutoCAD, MS Visio, and MS Office Suite 

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Experience with network power
• CCNA, CCNP, or CCDP certified
• Security+ or CISSP certified
• Experience with Unified Communications
• Experience in Wireless and MPLS
• Experience supporting Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC), the United States Marine Corps (USMC), the United States Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC), or other Government Agency supporting Network Modernization
• Experience in the telecommunication field to include knowledge of the installation, service and maintenance of telephone, network, and related telecommunications infrastructure

MUST BE A US CITIZEN WITH THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN A SECRET CLEARANCE

Target salary range: $100,001 - $125,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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 driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

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 $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.