Network Automation Engineer II

Salary Range: $102,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually Position: Network Automation Engineer I/II Level: Mid Location: San Diego, CA Telework: Hybrid remote/onsite, with typical set schedule at Government facility Travel: <10% Salary: $102,000 - $135,000 XSITE LLC is looking for a Network Automation Engineer I/II to join our team in San Diego, CA to support PMW 160. We are Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned company headquartered in San Diego. We provide full spectrum systems and systems-of-systems engineering and integration services and solutions for space, C5ISR, cyber and enterprise information systems. Our core capabilities include AI/ML, Software Development & Sustainment, Systems Engineering (including MBSE), and Modeling & Simulation. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Provide engineering and sustainment support for fielded shipboard networks, including troubleshooting, maintenance, configuration updates, and performance optimization. Support upgrades to network baselines and ensure compatibility, compliance, and reliability across multiple deployed configurations. Implement, configure, troubleshoot, and sustain Cisco ISE and Network Access Control (NAC) solutions. Support technologies and protocols including 802.1X, MAB, AAA, RADIUS, TACACS+, TrustSec, C3PL, licensing, and endpoint profiling . Evaluate, mitigate, implement, and validate applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) on network appliances and shipboard systems. Develop, maintain, and enhance network automation tooling, including Ansible playbooks, PowerShell scripts, and similar automation workflows . Troubleshoot network issues across Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, AnyConnect/Secure Client, and related technologies. Support engineering analysis and resolution of baseline-specific issues affecting shipboard network deployments, including CANES and similar Navy environments . Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and support iterative improvements to deployed transport systems using Agile and DevOps practices. Participate in configuration and change management processes, ensuring appropriate documentation, technical review, testing, and approval of sustainment updates. Develop and maintain configuration documentation, sustainment procedures, technical guides, and other engineering artifacts. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and Navy Program Management Offices to support sustainment, modernization, and upgrade activities. Required Qualifications: 3–5+ years of professional experience in network engineering, systems engineering, network sustainment, or a closely related technical discipline. Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or other complex enterprise network environments strongly preferred. Hands-on experience with Cisco ISE or other Network Access Control (NAC) technologies , including authentication, authorization, profiling, TrustSec, and policy enforcement. Strong understanding of network security fundamentals and experience applying, evaluating, or validating STIGs . Experience developing network or systems automation using Ansible, PowerShell, or similar scripting and automation technologies . Experience supporting and troubleshooting Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, and ACLs . Ability to troubleshoot across multiple network baselines, configurations, and deployed environments. Familiarity with Agile development processes, Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), DevOps concepts, configuration management, and change management practices . Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced operational sustainment environment. Active Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI preferred. Education: One of the following is required: Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical discipline ; or An additional four years of relevant experience supporting the engineering of DoD systems in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting NAVWAR, NIWC Pacific, PEO C4I, or related Navy organizations and Program Management Offices . Experience with PMW 160 programs, systems, or initiatives. Direct experience supporting Navy tactical or shipboard network environments, particularly: Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services ( CANES ) Platform Application Services ( PAS ) Agile Core Services ( ACS ) Automated Digital Network System ( ADNS ) Experience with lifecycle sustainment or modernization of fielded Navy systems. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. CompTIA Security+ certification. Why XSITE LLC? Best-in-Class Benefits & Work–Life Balance Industry leading PTO package , starting at 15+ days annually. Seven (7) paid company holidays annually, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. 100% employer-paid employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance. Employees enrolled in XSITE’s High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) are also eligible for a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions. Eligibility to participate in XSITE’s 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match. Eligibility to receive tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year for job-related education. University of San Diego Education Benefits of 10% tuition discount on select online degree programs and 25% discount on certificate programs. Cell Phone Stipend . Hybrid work environment. As well as employee add on benefits offered via ADP. Stability & Long-Term Growth Prime contract holder with long-term stability Mentor-Protégé JV partnership with a major defense company Career Advancement Rapid growth ( 300% YoY ) with opportunities for leadership and upward mobility.