Full-Time

Network Engineer Advisor

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$119k - $161kAnnually

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Arlington, VA, USA

Telecommuting is not allowed; the employee must report full-time onsite.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Network Administration
IT & Security
Required Skills
Computer Networking

You match the following General Dynamics's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • 8+ years of experience in Network Administration
  • Bachelors Degree or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree
  • IAT Level II certification
  • One of the following Networking Certifications - Brocade, Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), Juniper (JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP), Aruba
  • Must have hands-on experience/knowledge with Aruba networking systems
  • Willing to report onsite as indicated above
Responsibilities
  • Designs, plans and builds communications networks
  • Configures routers and switches, and firewalls for LAN and WAN systems and VPN concentrators with appropriate network engineering and communications protocols
  • Coordinates LAN/WAN hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements
  • Monitors the network utilizing industry leading technologies
  • Provides innovative methods and technical solutions using the engineering design process
  • Plans implementation of enhancements
  • Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
  • Performs maintenance and upgrade of networks including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and networks
  • Maintains network integrity and connectivity while ensuring compliance with policies and maintains system backup and recovery capability
  • Coordinates the acquisition of hardware and software as well as subcontractor services as needed
  • Creates plans and configures systems for data communication networks
  • Evaluates new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network
  • Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
  • Designs and builds the hardware and software components for computer or telecommunications networks
  • Provides guidance and leadership to less-experienced network personnel
Desired Qualifications
  • Aruba Certification (ACSA and/or ACSP, depending on role)

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels like submarines. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company aims to lead in defense technology by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget