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Network Engineer

AT Leidos
Leidos

Network Engineer

Capitol Heights, MD

Description

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to support mission-critical network operations. You'll be responsible for maintaining network infrastructure, troubleshooting outages, and assisting with security authorizations while contributing to a dynamic team environment at our customer location in Suitland, MD.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and physical patching on unclassified, bi-lateral and multi-lateral environments.
  • Monitor and resolve performance issues to ensure optimal network availability.
  • Troubleshoot and isolate network outages, providing prompt event notifications.
  • Assist with Authorizations To Operate (ATOs) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
  • Diagnose and resolve network performance escalations.
  • Support departmental projects with technical expertise.

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Required Qualifications

  • Active DoD Top Secret/SCI
  • Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience or a Master's degree and 2+ years of experience. Additional years of experience, trainings, or certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Active IAT Level II DoD Approved 8570 Baseline (e.g., Security+ CE) or the ability to obtain prior to start date.
  • Active CCNA certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
  • CISCO configurations using EIGRP, BGP, SNMP, TCP/IP, OSPF, VLANs, VPN, NAT, GRE, IPSEC.
  • Data packet capture, traffic analysis, and vulnerability remediation.
  • OSI model and multi-protocol routing including VRF, VPN, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, VPLS.

Why Leidos?
This isn't just a job-it's a career-defining opportunity to work at the heart of critical intelligence operations. At Leidos, you'll grow professionally, develop cutting-edge skills, and work alongside some of the best minds in the industry. Make a real impact with us while enjoying the stability, growth, and support of a globally recognized leader in national security.

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Take the Next Step! If you're ready to bring your skills to the table and make a difference, we want to hear from you. Join Leidos and let's redefine what's possible-together.

Original Posting:

May 29, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Client-provided location(s): Suitland-Silver Hill, MD, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00160053
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program