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Network Engineer

San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jun 2025

About the role

Position: Network Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary Range: Based on experience
Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Trabus Technologies (TRABUS) is a minority-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) headquartered in San Diego, California. Since 2010, TRABUS has delivered cutting-edge solutions in wireless technologies, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence to federal and private sector clients.

We are proud to have been recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for seven consecutive years. At TRABUS, innovation and mission success are at the heart of what we do.

SUMMARY:
TRABUS is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and support network infrastructure in a mission-critical environment. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in secure network architecture, system integration, Windows/MacOS/Linux administration, and familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cybersecurity frameworks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS)
Well-versed in Windows, Linux and MacOS.
Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations
Monitor network performance and health, ensuring continuous system uptime and reliability
Track overall system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning using logging and analytical tools such as Intune and Grafana.
Provide Level 2/3 support and troubleshooting for network issues
Perform routine updates and configuration cycles for Windows 11/Server 2016/2019, Ubuntu and other LINUX distributions, as well as MacOS systems
Administer and support Windows Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and Office 365 environments
Proficient in configuring and managing VPNs (specifically WireGuard VPN) and establishing isolated network environments safe computing environments
Ensure compliance with configuration and change management processes
Implement and support CMMC compliance practices, including documentation, secure access control, and logging of system data and policies.
Work collaboratively with security personnel and vendors for problem resolution and implementation of cybersecurity best practices
Work closely with development teams and platform engineers in deploying robust and CMMC compliant network environments that facilitates efficient software development work.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related quantitative field
8+ years of experience with an Associate’s degree and DoDInst. 8570 IAT Level 2 in lieu of a bachelor’s degree; or 10+ years of experience and DoDInst. 8570 IAM Level 2 in lieu of a bachelor’s degree; or 4+ years of experience with a master’s degree in information systems, Computer Science or similar computing focused engineering.
4+ years of experience managing secure network environments and infrastructure
Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS, SSH), VPNs and Firewalls
Proficient in both cloud and on-premises environments and establishing a strong software development focused environment at TRABUS
Solid understanding of OSI or TCP/IP models and software-defined networking with Access Control Policies.
Proficiency in managing Windows, MacOS and LINUX-based systems
Experience supporting federal systems and complying with federal cybersecurity standards
Familiarity with CMMC Level 2+ controls and implementation practices
Experience with network monitoring and diagno