THE TRIDENT
THE TRIDENT

4 Trident Jobs Hiring Near You

Trident is a trusted provider of aerospace and defense electronics and processing systems. The Principal Network Engineer will provide technical expertise and support for an aerial surveillance ...

Alternative Supplements / Wellness About the Role Our client is looking for a driven Outside Sales Representative to launch and grow our footprint in the Miami market. They specialize in high-demand ...

Alternative Supplements / Wellness About the Role Our client is looking for a driven Outside Sales Representative to launch and grow our footprint in the Miami market. They specialize in high-demand ...

Alternative Supplements / Wellness About the Role Our client is looking for a driven Outside Sales Representative to launch and grow our footprint in the Miami market. They specialize in high-demand ...

THE TRIDENT Jobs Information

What are the most popular states for Trident jobs?
What are the most popular job types at Trident?
    Infographic showing various job openings at Trident in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 40% Physical, and 60% Remote job distribution.
    Principal Network Engineer

    Principal Network Engineer

    Trident

    Fairfax, VA • On-site

    Full-time

    Posted 19 days ago


    Job description

    Job Summary:
    Trident is a trusted provider of aerospace and defense electronics and processing systems. The Principal Network Engineer will provide technical expertise and support for an aerial surveillance system, focusing on network communications and troubleshooting in a 24/7 mission support environment.
    Responsibilities:
    • Assist in managing secure DoD networks and administering continuous support for mission ready classified/unclassified servers and systems
    • Design, implement, and sustain enterprise network solutions supporting mission-critical C2 and surveillance systems
    • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Cisco-based infrastructure, including Catalyst 9400 (core/distribution) and Catalyst 8300 (edge/SD-WAN) platforms, Cisco Firepower 1120/1150 ASA platforms and Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC)
    • Engineer and maintain multicast-enabled networks supporting real-time video distribution (e.g., PIM, IGMP, QoS tuning for video streams)
    • Support secure DoD network operations across classified and unclassified environments, ensuring compliance with IA/STIG/EMSEC requirements
    • Provide engineering support and analysis of system requirements related to the implementation of networked system and component infrastructure.
    • When required, provide analysis research, recommendations, and procurement of hardware/software systems.
    • Support the development of system design documents, configuration drawings, operator’s guides, maintenance and training manuals and system administrator manuals.
    Qualifications:
    Required:
    • A bachelor’s degree in computer science or Information Systems, or equivalent from an accredited college or university, or additional work experience.
    • Minimum of 9 years’ experience in Network (Switches and Routers), TCP/IP routing protocol, and current Linux administration.
    • Ability to obtain a US DoD Secret level clearance.
    • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), and network design principles.
    • Experience with multicast networking (PIM, IGMP) and video transport over IP networks.
    • Experience with virtualized network environments (e.g., VMware, virtual switching, network segmentation).
    • Experience capturing, analyzing, and translating system performance trends, and providing technical inputs to create new requirements for systems of moderate to high complexity.
    • Experience estimating, tracking, managing, and reporting status relating to technical, schedule, and risk performance for assigned projects.
    • Be able to analyze information and complex issues using critical thinking, logic, and reasoning.
    • Strong demonstrated capabilities in teamwork and project success is required.
    • Experience multi-tasking in an environment with multiple competing deadlines.
    • Ability to provide 24/7 quick response to critical system issues as needed.
    • CCNP (Enterprise) or higher (CCNA required)
    • CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 certification)
    • LINUX Red Hat (RHCSA preferred)
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    Preferred:
    • Active US DoD Secret level clearance.
    Company:
    Trident has built a reputation as a trusted provider of proven space flight units, power & processing systems, command and control solutions and atmospheric and airborne sensors. Founded in 1985, the company is headquartered in Fairfax, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.