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General Dynamics Information Technology · 3 months ago

Engineer Associate (Tactical Network - CANES) | Active Secret clearance

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

$62K/yr - $84K/yr

1+ years exp

General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company dedicated to delivering consulting, technology, and mission services. They are seeking an Engineer Associate to support the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific by delivering tactical network capabilities and gaining hands-on experience in building, integrating, testing, and documenting mission networks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build, rack/stack, power, and cable lab systems; label, document, and validate connectivity (fiber/copper, VLANs, trunk/access)

Install and baseline OS images (Windows/Linux) and virtual hosts/guests (VMware ESXi/Workstation); stand up small test topologies

Execute checklists for System Operational Verification Tests (SOVT) and Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E); capture logs and test data

Run basic diagnostics (ping, traceroute, iperf, Wireshark); isolate Layer 1–3 issues and escalate with clear fault isolation notes

Apply vendor updates and security patches; assist with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) checklists and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scans under senior guidance

Update engineering drawings (block/rack elevations), bills of material (BOM), cable running sheets, and “as-built” packages

Submit/track configuration items in CMPro; support change control (CCB), trouble reports, and asset accountability

Contribute to installation design package (IDP) inputs and site survey artifacts; support field events alongside senior engineers

Coordinate daily with NIWC engineers, program office staff, and Fleet users; produce concise status notes and technical minutes

Qualification

PC HardwareServer HardwareWindows System AdministrationBasic NetworkingScripting FundamentalsLinux AdministrationTicket ToolsDocumentation Discipline

Required

Active Secret clearance

1 - 2 years with PC/server hardware, basic networking (TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs), and Windows/Linux administration; comfort working in racks with power/fiber/copper

Scripting fundamentals (PowerShell/Bash/Python), documentation discipline, and familiarity with ticket/change tools (Jira/ServiceNow)

DoD 8140/8570 IAT II baseline (e.g., Security+ CE) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Onsite in San Diego, CA; able to lift 40 lbs, work in lab/shipboard spaces, and support occasional CONUS/OCONUS travel

BS/BA in Electrical/Computer/Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent military training/experience considered

US Citizenship Required

Preferred

CCNA or equivalent networking certification; Linux+/RHCSA; VMware VCP-DCV (associate level acceptable)

Hands-on with VMware ESXi/NSX, Cisco IOS/NX-OS, GPON/QoS, and TACLANE/VPN basics

Exposure to CANES/ADNS or other Navy tactical networks; familiarity with RMF/eMASS artifacts, STIGs, ACAS/NESSUS

Experience with CM tools (CMPro), requirements/tools (DOORS), and diagramming (Visio/Cameo)

COMSEC awareness and working knowledge of classified lab procedures/SCIF etiquette

ITIL Foundation and/or basic automation (Ansible) a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages

401K with company match

Paid time off

Variety of medical plan options

Some with Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

Vision plan

Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave

GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees

Short and long-term disability benefits

Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Company

General Dynamics Information Technology

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General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees