Blue Sky Innovators

Provides DoD/IC AI, cybersecurity, systems integration

Data Network Engineer

Network Engineering & AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChantilly, VA, USA$150k - $250k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Must currently hold a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance and polygraph.
A bachelor's degree is required, although relevant experience may substitute for the degree.
At least 9 years of relevant technical experience is required.
Direct experience with relevant customer enterprise data systems or repositories and data analysis is required.
Experience with terrestrial communications, data circuits, and general networking is required.
Exposure to signals intelligence system design is required.
Must be able to work independently and represent the customer with developers and outside organizations.

Responsibilities

Maintain the overall data architecture and data flow design for deployed systems.
Collaborate with and support external data users, serving as a direct liaison to the customer's external data users.
Serve as the system's primary point of contact for data output, delivery, and formatting.
Evaluate data architecture design and perform feasibility and cost studies, as well as internal studies of network performance and traffic analysis.
Work closely with system developers on the management and integration of system enhancements, fixes, and long-term maintenance to understand impacts to the network and data delivery.
Work closely with system operators to ensure mission continuity and maximum capability.
Support the high-level management of system deployments and operations and maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

Networking certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or CCNP are a plus.
AWS certifications and exposure are a plus.

General Responsibilities:

Maintain the overall data architecture and data flow design for the deployed systems
Collaborate with and support external data users, acting as a direct liaison to external data users for the customer
Act as the system's primary point of contact for data output and delivery and data formatting
Evaluate data architecture design, perform feasibility and cost studies as well as internal studies of network performance and traffic analysis
Work closely with system developers on management and integration of system enhancements, fixes and long-term maintenance to understand impacts to the network and data delivery
Work closely with system operators to ensure mission continuity and maximum capability
Support the high-level management of system deployments and operations and maintenance

Qualifications

Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly to be considered
Bachelor's Degree or experience can substitute for the degree
Minimum of 9 years of relevant technical experience
Direct experience with relevant customer enterprise data systems/repositories and data analysis
Experience with terrestrial communications, data circuits and general networking
Exposure to SIGINT system design
Ability to work independently and act as the customer's representative with developers and outside organizations
Networking certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNP, etc. are a plus
AWS certifications and exposure are a plus

Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.

About the Company

Blue Sky Innovators

Provides DoD/IC AI, cybersecurity, systems integration

Blue Sky Innovators provides advanced technical and operational support to government and commercial clients, focusing on the DoD and Intelligence Community, with services in AI/ML data analysis, cybersecurity, and systems integration. Its approach combines professional services—such as SETA and acquisition support—with internal R&D in AI/ML and RF to turn research into deployable capabilities. The company differentiates itself through a defense-first leadership team, a workforce that includes many military veterans and personnel with TS/SCI clearance, and in-house development aligned to defense programs like DARPA and the Navy. Its goal is to deliver practical, field-ready technologies and specialized support that help DoD and IC programs succeed and bridge research to operational outcomes.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: Not listed

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