C2 Essentials
Lead Information Assurance (IA) - Network Engineer
C2 Essentials, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Lead Information Assurance (IA) Network Engineer / Systems Administrator
Job Location: NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, FL Lead Information Assurance (IA) - Network Engineer / Systems Administrator to support our Navy customer in Jacksonville, FL (N6 Communications site). We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results. The Lead Information Assurance (IA) Network Engineer / Systems Administrator provides expert-level network engineering and system administration support to USNAVSOUTH/FOURTHFLT. The role focuses primarily on network engineering with secondary responsibilities in system administration for mission-critical C4I systems. The engineer ensures compliance with DoD Information Assurance (IA), Computer Network Defense (CND), and cybersecurity standards while maintaining, securing, and optimizing enterprise IT systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide on-site IA network engineering and system administration support from the designated IA space during normal duty hours) Operate, secure, maintain, and repair network infrastructure in compliance with DoD guidance, including: switches, routers, firewall, VTC systems, servers, and TACLANE encryptors Support DoD C4I systems, JWICS, CENTRIXS, and additional networks as required Serve as the lead Network Engineer; perform system administrator duties as needed for C4I systems such as ENMS Lite, DCGS-N (SIPR and JWICS), ADSI, GCCS-J, Radiant Mercury (RADMERC), and VTC systems Conduct weekly vulnerability scans and patches; document and submit reports in accordance with DoD IA and CND standards Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Design and implement secure network architectures per DoD guidance Coordinate, document, and implement changes to network configuration and topology Configure switches and routers, monitor performance, conduct diagnostics, analyze traffic patterns, and apply security upgrades Install, configure, and maintain systems software and hardware; manage application version control and system documentation Optimize system and network performance, troubleshoot failures, and recover services Apply vendor-supplied software modifications while implementing federal security standards Maintain accountability of IT assets assigned to USNAVSOUTH/FOURTHFLT Provide customer support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure mission continuity with minimal disruption Engineer and install network infrastructure, support equipment reallocations, and provide PC and IT hardware maintenance Required Skills and Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in Information Assurance, network engineering, or related IT areas Proven expertise supporting DoD networks and mission systems Hands-on experience with: Cisco ASA 5515-x firewall with IPS Cisco routers, switches (configuration, backup, restore) Cisco VTC configuration and operation TACLANE encryptors Splunk, ACAS, Wireshark, VMware, MS Visio, ENMS Lite (BMC) Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (minimum) GSEC, Network+ CE, Security+ CE, SSCP Computing Environment (CE) certifications for supported systems in six months One of the following: NSA/CNSS 4011 Certified Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professional Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing & Switching Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA-S) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Required Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance required C2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Location: NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, FL Lead Information Assurance (IA) - Network Engineer / Systems Administrator to support our Navy customer in Jacksonville, FL (N6 Communications site). We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results. The Lead Information Assurance (IA) Network Engineer / Systems Administrator provides expert-level network engineering and system administration support to USNAVSOUTH/FOURTHFLT. The role focuses primarily on network engineering with secondary responsibilities in system administration for mission-critical C4I systems. The engineer ensures compliance with DoD Information Assurance (IA), Computer Network Defense (CND), and cybersecurity standards while maintaining, securing, and optimizing enterprise IT systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide on-site IA network engineering and system administration support from the designated IA space during normal duty hours) Operate, secure, maintain, and repair network infrastructure in compliance with DoD guidance, including: switches, routers, firewall, VTC systems, servers, and TACLANE encryptors Support DoD C4I systems, JWICS, CENTRIXS, and additional networks as required Serve as the lead Network Engineer; perform system administrator duties as needed for C4I systems such as ENMS Lite, DCGS-N (SIPR and JWICS), ADSI, GCCS-J, Radiant Mercury (RADMERC), and VTC systems Conduct weekly vulnerability scans and patches; document and submit reports in accordance with DoD IA and CND standards Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Design and implement secure network architectures per DoD guidance Coordinate, document, and implement changes to network configuration and topology Configure switches and routers, monitor performance, conduct diagnostics, analyze traffic patterns, and apply security upgrades Install, configure, and maintain systems software and hardware; manage application version control and system documentation Optimize system and network performance, troubleshoot failures, and recover services Apply vendor-supplied software modifications while implementing federal security standards Maintain accountability of IT assets assigned to USNAVSOUTH/FOURTHFLT Provide customer support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure mission continuity with minimal disruption Engineer and install network infrastructure, support equipment reallocations, and provide PC and IT hardware maintenance Required Skills and Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in Information Assurance, network engineering, or related IT areas Proven expertise supporting DoD networks and mission systems Hands-on experience with: Cisco ASA 5515-x firewall with IPS Cisco routers, switches (configuration, backup, restore) Cisco VTC configuration and operation TACLANE encryptors Splunk, ACAS, Wireshark, VMware, MS Visio, ENMS Lite (BMC) Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (minimum) GSEC, Network+ CE, Security+ CE, SSCP Computing Environment (CE) certifications for supported systems in six months One of the following: NSA/CNSS 4011 Certified Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professional Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing & Switching Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA-S) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Required Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance required C2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.