Entry Level Network Engineer Government Jobs in Florida

Mayport, FL

JSL Technologies, Inc. (JSL) is a certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and Veteran-Owned Government Contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, and Program Support Services to the Department of Defense (DoD). Our team of over 200 employees is committed to delivering practical, innovative, and affordable solutions. We are headquartered in Oxnard, CA, and provide top-tier services across the nation. JSL fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed, and highly accomplished professionals who respect each other, hold themselves accountable, and continually strive for improvement. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

JSL is seeking a Network Engineer that possesses the skills and expertise to provide technical support for IT hardware and software design, engineering change development, system integration, configuration management, and technical documentation for shipboard information systems, databases, web-based applications on Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) and Government Off the Shelf (GOTS) hardware and software.

The candidate will also provide technical support services for installation, troubleshooting and configuring COTS and GOTS products such as Microsoft Server, Red Hat Linux, VMware, Cisco, Alcatel, and various McAfee Endpoint Security Solution products on Total Ship Computing Environment (TSCE) hardware and software aboard Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) hulls.

The Network Engineer will perform software and hardware installations, troubleshoot, test, and execute Configuration Management actions to support IT System certifications on the Computing Plant and associated applications/networks to ensure that it meets all IA requirements.

The candidate will provide on-board technical assistance for Total Shipboard Computing Environment (TSCE) on LCS hulls and interface, collaborate, and communicate directly with Navy Active‑Duty personnel on a frequent (up to daily) basis. The Engineer will also generate and submit daily Situational Reports on all supported efforts to designated Government team and leads.

• Experience in the technology industry working with network hardware (i.e. routers, switches, firewalls, Cisco products) and providing IT support for network equipment (i.e. configuring printers, KVMs, laptops)
• Administrator experience with Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux, and McAfee e-Policy Orchestrator suites
• Ability to effectively communicate both in written form and verbally with technical efforts related to support efforts being provided
• General knowledge of DoD organization
• Administration experience with basic computing skills such as Microsoft Office Suite
• Organization and prioritization skillset
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

• Industry certifications are highly desirable and could include CCNA, RHCSA, MSCE, Security+.
• Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance

Applicants must have an active security clearance and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a DoD Government- granted security clearance. Individuals will be subject to a background investigation to include but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.

JSL Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please contact HR@jsltechinc.com if you need accommodation for the application process.