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CANES Network Engineer (Hybrid)

Cypher AnalyticsChula Vista, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career by designing and implementing critical Navy networks, gaining valuable experience with cutting-edge SD-WAN technology. This hybrid role at Cypher Analytics is ideal for a detail-oriented engineer with a strong background in DoD networking who thrives on technical challenges and impactful contributions. Apply today to join a reputable company and shape the future of secure network performance.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Network Engineer to support the design and implementation of Navy networks. The role will focus on developing network topologies and templates based on system requirements, creating IP address plans, and preparing detailed test plans and documentation. The engineer will also configure and document SD-WAN solutions to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable network performance. This position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to translate requirements into effective, well-documented network designs.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Minimum of six (6) years' experience supporting the engineering of Information Technology systems for a DoD or Government Agency.
  • Minimum of six (4) years' experience supporting the engineering of DoD Afloat Network systems (CANES, ADNS, ISNS, CENTRIXS, SCI Networks, SUBLAN, and/or COMPOSE).
  • Minimum of six (6) years' experience engineering solutions for one or more of the following technologies: Cisco Switches, Cisco Firewalls, Cisco ISE.
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science required.
  • Must have an active CCNA; CCNP preferred

Additional Required Position Specific Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience developing technical documentation
  • Proven track record of performance in client facing roles that require engagement and relationship building with stakeholders across Navy programs, the DoD, or other federal agencies
  • Experience with SDN/ SD-WAN Technologies and vendors including VMware, NSX-T, Cisco, Juniper, and open-source solutions
  • Experience with network configuration for L2/L3 switches, routers, security appliances (firewalls, NIDS, NIPS, etc)
  • Experience developing and documenting network topologies
  • Experience in troubleshooting and restoring network and system outages
  • Experience in virtualization technologies

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience with RF communications, specifically MILSATCOM or COMSATCOM technologies.
  • Experience leveraging NetDevOps or DevSecOps to scale enterprise level engineering projects.
  • Experience with Network Automation in Python, Ansible, NETCONF, and/or RESTCONF
  • Experience modeling network configuration in JSON, YAML, or Jinja
  • Experience developing and maturing complex, collaborative networking projects and working autonomously to move network development forward

Cypher Analytics offers to eligible employees:
  • Employee Covered Medical, Dental, LTD, and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Matching and Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Training and Teambuilding Events
  • Annual Tuition, Certification and Training Reimbursement

Skills

Ansible
Python
VMware

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