Communications Network Engineer Senior

Leidos; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 39,950 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Communications Network Engineer to support multiple sites in Yorktown, VA, as part of the Field Services team. You will oversee network engineering tasks, including planning, designing, and evaluating network components for Navy programs and NAVSUP operations.

Responsibilities include VLAN changes, architecture maintenance, and incident escalation. The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, DoD 8570 IAT II Security+ or higher, and CCNA.

Qualifications

• US Citizen with DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• HS diploma with 5+ years of relevant experience; additional education/certifications may be considered.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher.
• Cisco CCNA Certification required.
• Experience with IT Enterprise Operations.
• Experience with Windows OS, version 10.
• HP Service Manager or Remedy or similar service desk tools.
• Basic network troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Access and configure network equipment within the Area of Responsibility (AOR).
• Change VLANs on network port configurations to deploy devices across the base.
• Split working hours daily between Newport News Shipbuilding and Yorktown Naval Weapons Station (Yorktown, VA).
• Define and analyze network requirements for Newport News Shipbuilding operations.
• Maintain network architecture and infrastructure.
• Configure and optimize network servers, hubs, routers, and switches.
• Pull switch activity logs and capacity reports.
• Recommend cleanups of communication closets and patch panels; apply changes to switches and ports as needed.
• Perform port activation/deactivation and MAC moves.
• Coordinate with SMIT Network Operations/Command Center for escalation.
• Install, test, maintain, and upgrade network operating systems; ensure security policies are followed.
• Provide monthly activity reports on NNWS NAVSUP operations.

Skills

US Citizenship

DoD Secret Clearance

Security+

CCNA

IT Enterprise Operations

Windows 10

HP Service Manager

Remedy

Basic network troubleshooting

Customer service

Oral & written communication

Education

HS diploma

Tools

HP Service Manager

Remedy

Job description

Description

NGEN is the largest IT services program for the Navy. Under the Service Management, Integration, and Transport (SMIT) portion of NGEN, the Leidos team will deliver the core backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity services, network operations, service desk, and data transport. Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its shore-based networks and data management to improve capability and service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts under one enterprise network.

At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse IT and Engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.

More About the Role

Leidos is seeking a Communications Network Engineer to support multiple sites in Yorktown, VA as one of the key members of the Field Services team. The candidate will be responsible for overall network engineering support for a broad range of programs including planning, designing, and evaluating various components of the network at Newport News Shipbuilding, VA and Yorktown Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, VA. Duties may include providing specifications for network architecture, evaluating and recommending new technologies to enhance current capabilities and performing needs assessments. Support level duties may include monitoring, installation, modification, testing and servicing of network equipment.

NAVSUP requires elevated network support services, consisting of continuous technical support during working hours and rapid remediation in the event of failures, both during working hours as well as possible after‑hours support. Premier support is required to support the high tempo and mission critical operations of the NAVSUP staff including elevated services to assigned Flag Officers/Senior Executive Service and associated staff.

Work Location and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to a 100 feet at a time; must be able to lift 25 lbs. vertically using ladders.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces, such as raised floors or communications closets; must be able to work in noisy environments, such as data centers and operations centers; must be able to stand or sit for 8 hours at a time.
• Must be able to utilize basic hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches while rack mounting active and passive equipment using small screws and brackets.
• Must have normal color vision to identify different colors of wires and cables; must have correctable vision to 20/20 or better so you can see objects and information displayed in schematics, test equipment, and computer monitors; must have depth perception to be able to judge distance between objects to work safely on ladders and in confined spaces; must be able to use and read digital test equipment such as OTDR (optical time‑domain reflectometer).
• Must be able to drive personal or corporate vehicle (depending on availability) to different locations to work on projects and troubleshoot issues; valid state license required.

What You'll Get to Do

• Ability to access all necessary communication closets and configure and deploy network equipment within the Area of Responsibility (AOR) listed.
• Knowledgeable in changing VLANs on network port configurations, to assist in deploying network devices across the base.
• Ability to split working hours daily between two sites, Newport News Shipbuilding and Yorktown Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, VA.
• Capability of analyzing and defining network requirements pertaining to Newport News Shipbuilding operations.
• Ability to define and maintain network architecture and infrastructure.
• Ability to configure and optimize network servers, hubs, routers, and switches.
• Ability to pull switch activity logs, as well as switch capacity reports.
• Make recommendations to clean up or upgrade communication closets, for streamlining switch and patch panel matrixes, and can make the recommended changes on the switch and un‑patch ports on unused equipment.
• Perform port activation, deactivation, and logical moves on switches, in support of emergent MAC moves.
• Ability to engage and elevate problems the SMIT Network Operations and/or Command Center for support for incidents/problems exceeding their capabilities or networking privileges.
• Ability to install, test, maintain, and upgrade network operating systems software; and/or ensure the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of network services.
• Provided monthly activity reports on tracking trouble calls, outages, port problems and resolutions, and routine maintenance pertaining to NNWS NAVSUP operations.

You'll Bring These Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen and possess a DoD Secret Clearance.
• HS diploma with 5+ years of prior relevant experience, additional related education or certifications may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Valid DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher Certification.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification.
• Must demonstrated expertise in IT Enterprise Operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows OS, version 10.
• Experience with HP Service Manager, Remedy, or similar Service/Help Desk ticket management software.
• Basic network troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have

• Organized and detail‑oriented.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Self‑motivated / self‑directing.
• Strong collaboration, prioritization, and adaptability skills required. Relationship building.
• Ability to manage and prioritize own work, and that of their team.
• Independent decision making.
• Analytical thinking; thinking out of the box.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all organizational levels (SME to Senior Management).
• Ability to analyze problems at various levels (e.g. detail level, overall organizational impact, etc.).

Pay Range: $29.00 - $42.00/hourly rate.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.