Future Capabilities Network Engineer

About Our Company: At Cypher Analytics, we take immense pride in being 100% employee-owned! Our unique structure fosters a collaborative and innovative environment where everyone's contributions matter. We share a passion for excellence, teamwork, and driving meaningful results for our clients. Joining us means becoming an integral part of a supportive and empowering community. Job Summary We are seeking a Network Engineer to support the design and implementation of Navy Tactical Networks. The role will focus on developing network topologies and templates based on system requirements, creating IP address plans, and preparing detailed test plans and documentation. The engineer will also configure and document SD-WAN solutions to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable network performance. This position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to translate requirements into effective, well-documented network designs. Minimum Requirements: Minimum Secret Clearance, TS/SCI Desired Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience supporting the engineering of Information Technology systems for a DoD or Government Agency Minimum of six (4) years’ experience supporting the engineering of DoD Afloat Network systems (CANES, ADNS, ISNS, CENTRIXS, SCI Networks, SUBLAN, and/or COMPOSE). Minimum of six (6) years’ experience engineering solutions for one or more of the following technologies: Cisco Switches, Cisco Firewalls, Cisco ISE. Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science required. Must have an active CCNA; CCNP preferred Additional Required Position Specific Qualifications: 3+ years of experience developing technical documentation Proven track record of performance in client facing roles that require engagement and relationship building with stakeholders across Navy programs, the DoD, or other federal agencies Experience with SDN/ SD-WAN Technologies and vendors including VMware, NSX-T, Cisco, Juniper, and open-source solutions Experience with network configuration for L2/L3 switches, routers, security appliances (firewalls, NIDS, NIPS, etc) Experience developing and documenting network topologies Experience in troubleshooting and restoring network and system outages Experience in virtualization technologies Desired Qualifications: Experience with RF communications, specifically MILSATCOM or COMSATCOM technologies. Experience leveraging NetDevOps or DevSecOps to scale enterprise level engineering projects. Experience with Network Automation in Python, Ansible, NETCONF, and/or RESTCONF Experience modeling network configuration in JSON, YAML, or Jinja Experience developing and maturing complex, collaborative networking projects and working autonomously to move network development forward Cypher Analytics offers to eligible employees: Employee Covered Medical, Dental, LTD, and Life Insurance 401(k) Matching and Employee Stock Ownership Program Training and Teambuilding Events Annual Tuition, Certification and Training Reimbursement Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Education: Bachelor's (Required) License/Certification: CCNA (Required) Security clearance: Top Secret (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92110