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Network Engineer- Hospital Ship- Humanitarian Aid

CACI International

Norfolk, VAFull-time$75–158K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$75–158K/yr
Location
Norfolk, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

IAT II Or III Certification, requiredFCC General Radiotelephone Or Technician Class License, requiredTop Secret clearance, required

Job overview

CACI seeks a Network Engineer to support network operations aboard a United States hospital ship providing humanitarian aid. The role supports multiple security enclaves and the existing onboard network, with deployments and out-of-state shipyard periods. It requires extensive enterprise IT and healthcare informatics experience, a current security certification and clearance, and the ability to deploy on short notice. The position involves travel, including OCONUS travel.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Network Operations, requiredNetwork Configuration, requiredNetwork Provisioning, requiredSwitching, requiredWireless Networking, requiredRouting, requiredOSPF, requiredMPLS, requiredFirewall Configuration, requiredNetwork Troubleshooting, requiredNetwork Cabling Repair, requiredAAA Security, requiredNetwork Management, requiredCompliance, requiredSD-WAN, requiredMicrosegmentation, requiredCisco Administration, nice to haveJuniper Administration, nice to havePalo Alto Administration, nice to haveForescout Administration, nice to haveMedical IT, nice to haveCampus Networking, nice to haveVoice Services, nice to haveStorage Networking, nice to haveSATCOM Operations, nice to haveLifting 50+ Lbs, requiredClimbing Ladders, required

Qualifications

10 Years Enterprise IT Experience, required2 Years Healthcare Informatics Experience, requiredIAT II or III Certification, requiredFCC General Radiotelephone or Technician Class License, requiredSecret Clearance and Top Secret Eligibility, requiredUS Citizenship, requiredFluent English, requiredDeployable on Short Notice, requiredValid US Passport, requiredCombat or Military Experience, nice to haveMedical IT Experience, nice to haveGovernment, Shipping, or Healthcare Programs Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Title: Network Engineer- Hospital Ship- Humanitarian Aid

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 75%

Type of Travel: Continental US


The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for a Network Engineer to support a United States Hospital Ship providing humanitarian aid. This opportunity requires OCONUS travel.

Responsibilities:

  • The Network engineer shall possess or be able to gain either a FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License or FCC Technician Class Amateur Radio License at the time of contract award. Higher levels (for example Amateur Extra) will meet this requirement. A copy of the license shall be given to hospital staff upon award.

Must be capable of working independently in uniquely challenging conditions while onboard a hospital ship. This position requires fast paced development of solutions to solve real world life altering problems around the globe. The work performed in this position will change people’s lives. The on-site Network Engineer will ensure the optimal operation of the existing network system onboard.

  • Services to be provided include technical support of multiple security enclaves consisting of technologies such as: Cisco routing & switching, network security systems, SATCOM connectivity fundamentals and troubleshooting, firewall, VoIP, and Wi-Fi equipment, Palo Alto firewalls, Forescout, Nutanix Acropolis, Windows Server 2019 and 2022, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Windows 11 PCs, and Medical Device interconnectivity.

  • At the direction of MTF IT Director, be able to perform work in various IT specific capacities, in support of other divisions, performing direct Mission support outside of the position specific role.

  • Position will deploy/embark aboard the hospital ship for assigned Missions and out-of-state Shipyard periods. Contractor must maintain the ability to be deployable with the ship as embedded contractor support staff for that duration.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Enterprise level IT administration and 2 years of Healthcare Informatics administration/support.

  • Demonstrated expertise in all disciplines relating to Network Operations, such as but not limited to: Configuration and Provisioning of Edge equipment including switches and wireless controllers and access points, core and distribution layer switching, routing with emphasis on OSPF and MPLS, Firewall Configuration and Provisioning, Troubleshooting of multiple vendors network technology, Repair and/or diagnosis of network cabling to include both copper and fiber optics. Security systems relating to AAA. Implementation of Network Management with a focus on compliance, SDWAN, and micro segmentation.

  • Must possess a current IAT II or III certification (CompTIA Security+, CISSP). Additionally, Cisco Certification (CCNA, CCNP), PaloAlto Certification (NSP, SOP), Forescout Certification (FCSA, FCSE) are considered and highly recommended.

  • Must be able to deploy on short notice for extended periods of time.

  • Must be a US Citizen & fluent in English.

  • Must be able to lift and carry loads of 50lbs or more and climb steep ladders and staircases.

  • Must possess a valid U.S. Government SECRET security clearance and be TOP SECRET eligible for privileged access.

  • Complete required security training as applicable, to include SERE Level B, ISOPREP, Cyber Awareness, and other related training, within 90 days of award, or within 5 days of departing designated homeport, whichever is sooner.

  • Must have or obtain a non-diplomatic United States Passport with at least one year remaining before expiration, as this contract will require personnel to deploy at sea in foreign waters. (This can be obtained after hire within 30 days.)

Desired:

  • Combat operation experience/prior military experience.

  • Industry certification in Cisco/Juniper/Palo Alto/Forescout administration.

  • Experience in Medical IT environments, Navy or Defense Health Agency medical systems preferred.

  • Experience with Government, Commercial Shipping, and Healthcare industry programs and standards, with familiarity of Department of War (DoW) and Department of the Navy (DoN) programs and policies.

  • Experience with Campus, Wireless, Voice Services, Storage Networking, and fundamental SATCOM operations.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$75,200-$158,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,258 open Network Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–158K/yr
  • Virginia median$116–186K/yr338 salary ranges
  • US median$113–187K/yr3,392 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $117K, is 22% below the Virginia median midpoint ($150K) — in the lowest quarter of Network Engineer salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 416 open Network Engineer jobs in Virginia and 4,258 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Network Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 3,612 postings).
Education
1,136 of the 4,258 open Network Engineer jobs (27%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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