Job Information
Leidos Network Engineer SME in Chantilly, Virginia
Description
Leidos is searching for several Senior Network Engineers of varying experience levels 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 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.
Primary Responsibilities:
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
Multiple Levels - Network Engineers Needed:
Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, computer science, or related subject and between 18 years minimum experience OR Masters and minimum of 15 years of experience
Must possess an active and in-scope TS/SCI With Poly to be considered
Active/current basic CCNA certification
Solid understanding of OSI or TCP/IP model
Hands-on experience with network monitoring, network diagnostics, and network 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.
Desired Qualifications:
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 Solarwinds Performance Monitor and Configuration Manager
Experience implementing and troubleshooting AWS
Experience implementing and troubleshooting VoIP & PBX systems
Experience implementing and troubleshooting Asterisk
** This is a sourcing posting and the listed salary range may not be representative of final salary offered. The salary range may be adjusted according to the level of position for which you are selected.
Original Posting Date:
2024-12-19
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 $148,850.00 - $269,075.00
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-00150354
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.