Network Engineer_Network Ops Center

Job Description
At BAE Systems, we believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find here. Join us as our team develops, maintains, and protects the latest technology that directly aids in the defense of national security.

As part of our team, you’ll be joining a diverse group of driven professionals who are modernizing legacy infrastructure and applications as part of a ‘no fail’ mission, all the while protecting systems with the most-current cybersecurity practices. With us, you’ll be able to make an impact while you hone your skills and grow in your career.

We are looking for Network Engineers of all levels (junior to senior) to support a Network Operations Center (NOC) and add their skills to our team supporting a classified customer in the Intelligence Community. In this role, you will record, track, and report network faults t o ensure awareness and oversight, including problem resolution; provide network management services to achieve stated performance measures (quality, latency, availability) ; coordinate repair/recovery activities executed to resolve trouble ticket and outage situations; and provide 24/7 automated monitoring of networks. This is an exciting and dynamic job opportunity where you’ll not only work on an important project, but help advance the U.S mission to protect our Nation and partners.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's or Master’s Degree(s)
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree(s)
- Demonstrated experience working in or managing a Network Operations Center
- Proficiency analyzing cyber-attacks, with a deep understanding of attack classifications, stages, system/application vulnerabilities, and compliance with policies and procedures
- Extensive knowledge of network topologies, protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, SMB), and experience with tools/systems including AWS, Cisco, Splunk SIEM, Splunk Forwarders, IDS/IPS, VMware, SSL Decryption, proxy and DLP operations, Windows and Linux based endpoints
- Expertise in recordkeeping and reporting
- Expertise in virtualization technologies for implementation of solutions
- Ability to support customer core hours and provide off-hours emergency support, as needed
- Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal methods
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines, both in a team and as an individual contributor
- High degree of initiative, creativity, and technical ability
- Ability to identify issues and implement corrective actions
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Information Technology or Engineer Bachelor's or Master’s Degree(s)
- Experience leading and managing a team of junior network professionals
- Relevant ce rtifications, to include Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or relevant DoDM 8140.03 AIM / AIT III qualified certifications

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.