Network Engineer

Description

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Leidos is seeking candidates to fill our Network Engineer position at Fort Meade Maryland. This position is part of a critical national security program that supports Air Force ISR operations.

Job Summary

As a Network Engineer you will manage Local Area Network/Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN), including the planning, analysis, acquisition, design, development, implementation, quality assurance, configuration, installation, integration, maintenance testing, operational integrity, or management of networked systems used for the transmission of information in voice, data, or video formats, as well as design and monitor new complex network systems, configure and install network hardware or software, and maintain LAN operations. You will perform feasibility studies on complex information systems and conduct in-depth analyses complicated by novel problem and keep abreast of emerging technology to predict future network needs. The Network Engineer will participate in management discussions, meetings, committees, or special projects as we support and ensure security of the DoD network.

Responsibilities included but not limited to:

Create and update network maps and logical network paths.

Engage with Site users and liaise daily with the ESD and ESC AF to help resolve user and network related issues as well as maintain the integrity of the Site domain.

Provide first-level contact with customers, to include senior leadership personnel and convey resolutions to issues, track and route trouble tickets.

Perform investigative administration operations for malware, spyware, Trojans, or unauthorized software detected on any device.

Solve complex networking and administration issues and use critical thinking to support network functionality alongside System Administrators.

Solve network security and security configuration and ensure network devices meet security compliance standards.

Maintain and resolve Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) interoperability issues.

Maintain systems configuration and manage the installation and integration of network system fixes, upgrades and enhancements.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of experience is required.

Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to pass a polygraph after hiring.

Experience managing complex unclassified and classified networks including switching and routing, account management, authentication services, user privileges, local group policy, software testing, restoration operations, and contingency planning.

Experience implementing network security patches; pushing TCNO patches.

Information Assurance DOD 85701-M IAT Level II Certification.

CompTIA Security Certification.

PreferredEducation/Experience:

Current Polygraph.

Experience with Cisco and Juniper network hardware and software.

Experience with SolarWinds and with Junos Space Network Management Platform.

Experience applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

Current CCNA certification.

Original Posting Date:

2024-10-15

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 $68,900.00 – $124,550.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

REQNUMBER: R-00146300

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.