Senior Network Engineer

Leidos UK

Fort Belvoir, VA, United States
$92,300.00 - $166,850.00 py
On-site
Design, deploy, and maintain robust network infrastructure
Configure and optimize network hardware
Manage and support unified communications
Leidos UK is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency in modernizing its IT systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network infrastructure, security, and management, as well as an active Top Secret clearance

Job Summary

  • Leidos is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Network Engineer to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) on the Integrated Information Technology Support Services (I3TS) contract.
  • The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing IT efficiency, security, and mission effectiveness by designing, implementing, and maintaining a resilient and secure network infrastructure.
  • At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it.

Matching Summary

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Leidos UK is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency in modernizing its IT systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network infrastructure, security, and management, as well as an active Top Secret clearance.

Salary

$92,300.00 - $166,850.00

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Design, deploy, and maintain robust network infrastructure
  • Configure and optimize network hardware
  • Manage and support Unified Communications
  • Implement and manage network access control (NAC)
  • Implement and manage routing protocols
  • Configure and maintain TACLANE encryptors
  • Troubleshoot portable, deployable fly-away kits

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with network automation
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust network segmentation
  • Experience with Cisco Nexus switching platforms
  • Expertise in software-defined networking (SDN)

Key Requirements

  • Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor’s degree with 8-12 years of experience or Master’s degree with 6-10 years of experience
  • DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification (Security+ and CCNA)
  • Proven experience in engineering enterprise network infrastructure in DoD or federal environments
  • Hands-on experience with routing and switching protocols, network security, and load balancing
  • Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto network devices

Work Rights

Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility

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