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EmergencyMD is hiring: Network Engineer in San Diego

EmergencyMD, San Diego, CA, United States


Overview
Network Engineer plays a critical role in supporting DoD contracts and Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation (JMIE) infrastructure by providing expertise in network architecture and transport engineering. Partnering directly with customers, the engineer plans, designs, implements, and sustains secure communications and transport solutions that enable reliable data exchange across classified facilities and cloud environments. The role involves installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network equipment; monitoring system performance; and applying DoD Information Assurance policies. In addition, the engineer maintains a comprehensive library of engineering tools, produces detailed documentation and tutorials, and consistently applies leading‑edge standards and best practices to ensure a robust, compliant, and high‑performance networking environment.

Core Functions / Job Duties
Design and implement network solutions based on organizational needs and best practices.
Configure and maintain network devices and services (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, wireless access points).
Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve complex network issues.
Monitor network performance, analyze traffic, and optimize for efficiency and security.
Maintain and update network documentation, diagrams, and procedural guides.
Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders on network projects and upgrades.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers and support staff.
Ensure compliance with security standards and organizational policies.

Skills & Abilities
Troubleshooting
Networking protocols
Network Design
Configuring and managing network devices
Network monitoring tools and security implementations
Cloud networking concepts
Security measures and frameworks
Automation tools for network management
Cloud computing platforms, preferred
Maintaining, configuring, operating and troubleshooting complex electronic computer interface systems and network equipment (taclanes, firewalls, routers, switches)
Five (5) or more years of experience with implementation and understanding of Engineering principles in a professional environment
Five (5) or more years of experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of network architectures

Education & Certifications
BS STEM Degree Preferred
IAT LV III Required
IT Operating System Certification (i.e. LINUX, Microsoft, etc) Required
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Required
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Preferred

Typical Working Conditions
General office environment
Computer/Equipment lab
100% On-site Requirement

Physical Requirements
be expected to lift up to 25 lbs
Frequent use of keyboard and typing
Frequent sitting and standing

Work Schedule
9/80
The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

Pay Range
$120,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is Required
U.S. Citizenship is Required

Security Clearance
Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and CI Polygraph within last 5yr, or ability to pass CI polygraph within 6mo of hire. Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. Candidates will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer
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In Summary: The engineer plans, designs, implements, and sustains secure communications and transport solutions . The role involves installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network equipment; monitoring system performance; and applying DoD Information Assurance policies . The engineer maintains a comprehensive library of engineering tools, produces detailed documentation and tutorials .

En Español: El ingeniero de red desempeña un papel crítico en el apoyo a los contratos del Departamento de Defensa y la infraestructura Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation (JMIE) proporcionando experiencia en arquitectura de redes e ingeniería de transporte. Además, el ingeniero mantiene una biblioteca completa de herramientas de ingeniería, produce documentación y tutoriales detallados, y aplica constantemente estándares y mejores prácticas para garantizar un entorno de red robusto, compatible y de alto rendimiento. Funciones básicas / deberes del trabajo Diseñar e implementar soluciones de red basadas en las necesidades y buenas prácticas organizacionales. Configurar y mantener dispositivos y servicios de red (routers, switches, cortafuegos, VPNs, puntos de acceso inalámbrico). Realizar pruebas avanzados de resolución de problemas y diagnóstico para resolver problemas complejos de red. Monitorear el desempeño de la red, analizar el tráfico y optimizar su eficiencia y seguridad. Mantener y actualizar los diagramas de red, mantenimiento y guías procesales. Colaborar con equipos informáticos junior, medidas y proveedores de asistencia técnica sobre proyectos y mejoras de normas educativas. Guía y asesoramiento al personal y a los operadores de interruptores. LINUX, Microsoft, etc) Requerido Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Required Cisco Certificated Network Professional (CCNP) Preferred Typical Working Conditions General office environment Computador/Equipment lab 100% Requisito en el lugar Se espera que los requisitos físicos lleguen a 25 lbs Uso frecuente del teclado y la escritura Frecuentes horas de trabajo sentados y parados Ordenario 9/80 La capacidad de trabajar horarios y horarios no estándar para apoyar los requerimientos del proyecto.