Network Engineer
Listed on 2026-03-12
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Description
Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to ensure the reliability and security of mission critical systems and networks. In this role, you ll maintain infrastructure, troubleshoot outages, and support security authorizations while working in a collaborative, high impact environment at our customer site in Suitland, MD.
Primary Responsibilities- Troubleshoot, isolate, and resolve network outages while providing prompt event notifications to internal and external stakeholders.
- Perform any physical patching and software (CISCO IOS) patching as required.
- Review Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts/Bulletins (IAVA/B) related to CISCO products and develop and implement remediation plans.
- Perform any required re-accreditation actions such as DISA STIG review, IOS upgrades, vulnerability scan remediation, and document various required lists (PPSM, H/W, and S/W) during the network s accreditation cycle.
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI
- Bachelor s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR Master s degree with 2+ years of experience OR Equivalent experience, training, 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.
- Proficiency with Cisco configurations (EIGRP, BGP, SNMP, TCP/IP, OSPF, VLANs, VPN, NAT, GRE, IPSEC).
- Experience with packet capture, traffic analysis, and vulnerability remediation.
- Strong understanding of the OSI model and multiprotocol routing (VRF, VPN, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, VPLS).
At Leidos, this isn t just another support role—it s a chance to shape the future of national security operations
. You ll:
- Work at the heart of critical intelligence missions.
- Develop cutting edge technical skills and grow professionally.
- Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.
- Enjoy the stability, growth, and support of a globally recognized leader.
Bring your expertise to Leidos and help redefine what s possible. Apply today and take the next step in your career.
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