Designing and developing network architecture, performing network hardware and software integration and testing, and analyzing requirements Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 4 years of related engineering experience. Demonstrated experience with Cisco IOS, IP4 network design, including IP subnetting and dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF or EIGRP Demonstrated experience with configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers and switches with Cisco IOS Basic understanding of advanced network topics, such as DMVPN/GRE/IPSEC tunnels Experience with network defense systems (e.g. firewalls, ACL, IDS, IPS) Familiarity with Windows and Linux network configurations Ability to obtain and maintain DoD 8140 approved IAT Level II (or higher) compliant certification. Examples include:

CCNA Security or Security+CE Active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). Active DoD Top Secret clearance Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Security + Experience with software defined networks (e.g. Cisco SDWAN) Experience with network simulations (Cisco Modeling Lab or GNS3) Working knowledge of tactical wireless communications technologies (e.g. LOS, BLOS)