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Principal Network Engineer

San Diego, CA, US • Posted 7 hours ago • Updated 7 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $120,001.00 - 160,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Network Design
Development Testing
Collaboration
Network Operations
Cabling
Network Security
IAVA
Testing
Management
Computer Science
Network Engineering
JD
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Security+
Security Clearance
Cisco
Switches
Routers
Cisco Certifications
DoD
DIACAP
Risk Management Framework
RMF
STIG
Network
Regulatory Compliance
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2614429

Location: San Diego, CA, US

Date Posted: 2026-07-09

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Network Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to support defense communication network systems ON-SITE in San Diego, CA. Join our innovative team and contribute to mission-critical efforts in network design, integration, and security for cutting-edge DoD programs.

Your Role

You'll leverage your expertise to advise the government and ensure the successful design, development, testing, and implementation of secure, high-performance network systems. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, coordinate with the team on technical tasks, and ensure network availability to support program testing and ensure the project stays on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Network Engineer serving as part of a team to maintain, trouble-shoot and update the network.
Assist with day-to-day lab network operations. Running cable, network connectivity troubleshooting, and equipment configuration.
Apply DoD accreditation processes, including DIACAP and RMF, to ensure system compliance and security
Implement and maintain network security in accordance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and NETSEC directives (IAVA, IAVM)
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during integration, implementation, and testing phases
Interface regularly with management, customers, and team members to ensure alignment and progress

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

Bachelors in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.
Exceptional Communication and problem-solving skills
a demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly

Clearance:

Must be a U. S. Citizen
Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance after start

Certification:

Must be able to obtain a Security + clearance within 6 months of hire

DESIRED SKILLS:

Cisco switch and router experience; CCNA certification is a plus
Familiarity with DoD accreditation processes (DIACAP and RMF)
Working knowledge of STIG implementation for network equipment lockdown
Experience maintaining networks in compliance with NETSEC directives
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2614429
Posted 7 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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