Position Overview

The Network Engineer will support the design, implementation, integration, and sustainment of shipboard network architectures, with a primary focus on the Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) environment. This role is critical to ensuring secure, reliable, and mission-ready network capabilities across fleet platforms, supporting operational requirements and cybersecurity compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain shipboard network systems, including CANES architecture, supporting:
• Local Area Networks (LAN)
• Wide Area Networks (WAN)
• Afloat enterprise services and tactical data environments
• Plan and manage network configurations (NetConfig) for all supported systems, including:
• Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS) matrices
• IP schema development (including platform/aircraft integration where applicable)
• Perform network modeling, analysis, and capacity planning to support fleet operations and system scalability
• Lead network integration, testing, and validation efforts in lab and operational/test environments
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for:
• CANES and shipboard network operations
• Network software troubleshooting and issue resolution for Fleet and SSA environments
• Coordinate with:
• Platform Cybersecurity (CYBER) teams to ensure compliance with RMF, STIGs, and external connectivity requirements
• Mission Systems teams to support evolving operational capabilities
• Develop, review, and maintain all required network documentation and artifacts, including:
• Network architecture diagrams and configuration baselines
• NATOPS inputs (checklists, warnings, cautions, notes)
• System Administrator Manuals
• Support configuration management (CM) processes, including maintaining hardware/software configuration baselines (e.g., HSCMs)
• Implement and maintain network security measures in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies and standards
• Research, evaluate, and recommend network hardware, software, and CANES-related technologies

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) in a technical discipline (required)

Experience:

• Mid-Level: Minimum of 5 years of experience in network implementation and support
• Senior-Level: Minimum of 10 years of experience in network design, implementation, and leadership
• Experience with CANES or other Navy shipboard network environments strongly preferred

Required Skills & Certifications

• Strong understanding of:
• CANES architecture and afloat network environments
• Network design, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Network security implementation (STIGs, RMF, ACAS familiarity preferred)
• Experience with:
• Network integration and test events (lab and operational environments)
• Developing and managing technical network artifacts and documentation

Certifications (required or ability to obtain):

• CompTIA Network+ (Net+)
• CompTIA Security+ (Sec+)

Clearance:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, or ability to obtain

Additional Responsibilities (Senior Level)

• Lead CANES/network engineering efforts across multiple platforms or programs
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers
• Serve as primary technical authority for shipboard network design and integration decisions

Nice-to-Have (Highly Desired for Navy Roles)

• Experience supporting U.S. Navy platforms or NAVAIR programs
• Familiarity with:
• Afloat networks, tactical data links, and mission systems integration
• eMASS, ACAS, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks
• Prior experience working in lab/test environments and Fleet support roles

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Navy Shipboard network environment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CompTIA Network+ (Preferred)
• CompTIA Security+ (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD (Required)

Work Location: In person