Description
We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team at Leidos Defense Group. As a Network Engineer, you will play a key role in providing technical leadership and support in IT planning, solution specification/design, implementation, and target architecture development.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct site surveys when needed
- Serve as the Lead Network Engineer on assigned projects
- Develop detailed network designs and architectures that align with Department of Defense (DoD) standards
- Work closely with system engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
- Stay updated on DoD policies and best practices related to network security and design
- Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, installations, and changes
- Oversee the installation and configuration of network equipment, including routers, switches, taclanes, and firewalls
- Design full-scale network solutions, including switches, routers, taclanes, F5 Load Balancers, IP Management, VPNs, DHCP, Firewalls, etc.
- Utilize Visio to create, maintain, and modify diagrams in support of assigned projects
- Ensure compliance with applicable network security protocols, including 802.1x, DOD STIGs, SRGs, and other accreditation standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network infrastructure with broader IT and cybersecurity systems
- Conduct thorough testing of network systems to ensure functionality, performance, and security compliance
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during installation and testing phases
- Collaborate with procurement teams to identify and source network hardware and software that meet project specifications
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 6+ years of experience
- Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance
- Active CompTIA Security+ or CCNP Security certification (8140 Compliance)
- Active CCNA Certification (8140 Compliance)
- Strong background in network architecture design, including developing end-to-end infrastructure solutions
- Experience in evaluating and recommending new networking technologies and tools
- Experience documenting network architectures, diagrams, procedures, and operational baselines
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity practices and risk management, especially at OSI Layers 1-3
Salary: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00