Network Engineer

Leidos is searching for an experienced and fully cleared Network Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA.

The team is made up of highly technical and motivated individuals. The engineer for this role will assist in troubleshooting complex problems and implementing cutting-edge solutions. As such, this individual must be an excellent problem solver and work well in a collaborative team environment. Candidate must have proven hands‑on experience working as a network engineer. OCONUS experience is highly desired.

50% travel to an OCONUS location.

The program is made up of CONUS and OCONUS teams who regularly interact across varying time zones. As a result, the candidate must have excellent communication skills and be flexible with regards to teamwork and tasking. A demonstrated ability to perform in cross‑functional teams to achieve results in a timely manner is desired.

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network appliances (routers, switches, and firewalls)
• Monitor entire network infrastructure (LAN & WAN) and provide regular reporting
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Engineer to ensure network optimization and the completion of other tasks
• Ensure network uptime, performance, and security
• Document and enforce network standards
• Manage and maintain IP addressing schema
• Travel OCONUS as needed
• Maintain network lab in Chantilly, VA

• Must have at least a Bachelor's and at least 18 years of experience OR a Master's degree and at least 15 years of experience depending on education, training, skills and experience. Experience requirement may be reduced with a Doctorate degree in network engineering, computer science, or a related subject.
• Must possess an active and in‑scope TS/SCI with Poly to be considered
• Active/current basic CCNA certification
• Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model
• Hands‑on experience with network monitoring, diagnostics, and analytics tools
• Experience configuring/troubleshooting Cisco appliances
• Experience configuring/troubleshooting routing and switching, including routing protocols
• Experience writing scripts for Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls
• Ability to work well individually, as well as within a team environment, and always maintain professional behavior with all stakeholders.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and climb 30 ft.

• CCNA/CCNP Security certification
• Experience working with Cisco ASA/Firepower and Juniper SRX appliances
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting IPSec VPN tunnels
• Deep understanding of networking protocols, i.e., IPSEC, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS
• Experience installing and troubleshooting iDirect VSATs
• Experience using Solar Winds Performance Monitor and Configuration Manager
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting AWS
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting VoIP & PBX systems
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting Asterisk

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.