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Network Engineer - 26-013

5/13/2026

The Network Engineer will plan, install, and configure networked systems, including routing and switching hardware for the USMC Networking on the Move program. Responsibilities include maintaining tactical LAN/WAN connectivity and testing new equipment and QoS strategies for tactical data links.

Salary

115000 - 125000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
AUSGAR is a company of smart, innovative technical team members who can out-think problems faced by our customers in the cybersecurity, experimentation and engineering services marketplace. Specializing in security engineering and accreditation, we protect devices, networks and systems. We successfully execute experimentation and exercises to transition technology to the fleet expeditiously. We also provide a range of engineering services, including communication system design, unmanned vehicles and command-and-control systems integration. Founded in 2003, AUSGAR is a certified and verified Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. It is headquartered in San Diego, CA, and has additional work locations in Norfolk, VA; Charleston SC; Dayton, OH; and Washington D.C.
About the Role

Description


JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME


MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE UPON HIRE TO BE CONSIDERED.


WE USE E-VERIFY TO ELECTRONICALLY CONFIRM THE EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF NEWLY HIRED EMPLOYEES.


COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND A COMPANY THAT CARES!


AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans employer, is an established Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cyber Security and Systems Engineering. With offices on both the East and West coasts, an inviting culture and above-standard benefits, opportunity abounds for the right individual!


Network Engineer – 26-013 – San Diego, CA


As a growing Department of Defense Contractor, AUSGAR Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer to join our team of smart and innovative technical team members in the Point Loma area of San Diego.


Will provide direct support to the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific working on the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Networking on the Move (NOTM) program. Support will include the following:

  • Conduct network planning, installation and configuration of networked systems to include routing and switching hardware devices and protocols.
  • Establish, troubleshoot and maintain both local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) tactical network connectivity for multiple security enclaves.
  • Establish both fixed satellite communications earth terminals as well as enabling fully mobile vehicular based satellite systems.
  • Provide assistance to military personnel in the resolution of complex networking, communications and systems issues.
  • Perform testing and evaluation of new equipment and systems for possible inclusion into the NOTM program.
  • Devise and conduct testing of Quality of Service (QoS) strategies to improve system performance over tactical data links.
  • Assist in the development and testing of prototype tactical vehicles. 

Requirements


The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

  • Must possess an active Secret clearance.
  • CompTIA Security+ CE certification required. 
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification required. 
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification preferred. 
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field and five to nine years of relevant experience.  
  • Experience with NSA Type 1 encryption equipment required.
  • Technical writing skills required.
  • Experience with Marine Corps tactical IP-based networks, Wide Area Networks (WANs) and Local Area Networks (LANs) preferred. 
  • Experience with Marine Corps satellite systems, to include very small aperture terminals (VSAT) and vehicular based systems desirable. 
  • Knowledge of tactical meshing radio systems, to include commercial based and military products desirable.
  • Cisco Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) experience desirable. 
  • Solid analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex, technical problems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Some travel up to 10%.

Salary Range: $110K-$125K


Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in Level I-V.


An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check.


We use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.


AUSGAR’s salary range is dependent upon a variety of factors, which include experience, skills, education, certifications and geographical location. Our salary range includes a base salary and excellent benefits package as part of our total compensation.


AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e-mail us at jobs@ausgar.com if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access www.ausgar.com careers page as a result of your disability.

Key Skills
Network PlanningRouting and SwitchingLAN/WAN ConnectivitySatellite CommunicationsQuality of Service (QoS)Technical WritingNSA Type 1 EncryptionSD-WANTroubleshootingTactical Networking
Categories
TechnologyEngineeringGovernment & Public SectorSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits
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