Network Engineer

Description
Outdo. Outsmart.
Join     Leidos     where we strengthen the mission, more than just upgrades.

Join Our Elite Team as a Network Engineers!
Location :
Orlando, FL (no telework) and must be willing and able to work onsite.
Security Clearance : active and current  Secret  with ability to obtain and maintain  TS/SCI .

This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate’s experience.

Leidos currently has several openings for   Network Engineers     to     a Defense network program in Orlando, FL  .
The    Network Engineer     will     be responsible for     supporting     core network     infrastructure     devices, including troubleshooting and     quick fixes  , on-site support,     and providing     requirements to drive improvement.

Primary Responsibilitie  s:
Provide Network Engineering support for the design, documentation, implementation, maintenance, and operation of     an evolving     network architecture.
Provide cross-discipline training for and mentoring of all team     personnel  .

Manage     network     architecture to include operational and security related updates and changes.

Lead the deployment planning and coordination of     network system upgrades at various field sites, both CONUS and OCONUS as     required  .

Interface with Tier 2 to     assist     with coordination and issue escalation as     appropriate  .

Provide     briefings and regular status updates to Program leadership     on issues

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s     degree in Computer Science  , Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field with 8-15 years of relevant experience.

Active and current Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance.

Demonstrated subject matter     expertise     in network infrastructure.

​  Demonstrated     experience     of Juniper     SSR architecture and configuration.

Expertise     in SD-WAN technologies and implementation.

Demonstrated     proficiency     in Cisco IOS/IOS-XE operating systems.

Strong understanding of routing protocols (OSPF,     BGP  ,     EIGRP  ).

Experience with network virtualization and software-defined networking.

Familiarity with network automation tools.

Proven     track record     in SD-Wan solutions.

Familiarity with WAN optimizing.

Understanding and implementing QoS.

Proficient knowledge of     n  etwork engineering  , network       architecture  ,       and     n  etwork automation.

Strong written and verbal communications, team     building     and collaboration skills.

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).  ​

Knowledge of network monitoring tools (e.g., Solar Winds,     PRTG  , Nagios).

Familiarity with VoIP and unified communications technologies.

Understanding of containerization and microservices architectures

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Original Posting:
March 26, 2026
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 $92,300.00 - $
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.

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