Cyber Range Network Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 paid Holidays

401K with 6% company match

Flexible Schedules

Discounted Stock Purchase Plans

Technical Upskilling

Education and Training Support

Parental Paid Leave

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Cyber Range Network Engineer to guide the definition, implementation, and delivery of capability-focused cyber training systems. You will support large-scale exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations, applying your networking, security, and virtualization expertise.

You will collaborate with cyber operators, architects, and customers to translate training goals into actionable environments and ensure successful event execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or similar, 8+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with JETC in training events is preferred.
• Knowledge of network design, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• Experience with Linux and Windows systems, networks, and protocols (HTTP/HTTPS/SSL/TLS/SMTP/DNS).
• Experience with network ACLs, Cisco switching, and WAN/LAN technologies.
• Experience with MS Active Directory and NSX-T virtualization.
• Experience with security monitoring platforms like Splunk or Security Onion.
• Experience with IdM/LDAP and SSO technologies.
• Experience with AWS/Azure cloud environments.
• Active TS clearance with TS/SCI eligibility and conforming certifications (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CISSP).

Responsibilities

• Plan operations to support training, exercises, and coordinated cyber ops.
• Provide network admin support for development, deployment, and issue remediation.
• Support large-scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum operations (defensive and offensive).
• Collaborate with cyber operators to enable DCO/OCO for Cyber Command.
• Translate training goals into actionable event environments.
• Design and execute cyber range training events.
• Offer expertise in architecture, virtualization, networking, authentication, and security.
• Coach junior staff and review their work.
• Improve processes across training event activities.
• Engage stakeholders on requirement changes affecting training environments.

Skills

Network design

Network configuration

Linux/Windows

Network administration

Networking protocols

LDAP/SSO IdM

Cloud infrastructure

Security monitoring

VMware NSX-T

Python/Ansible (basic)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or similar

Tools

SolarWinds

Cisco Smartnet

Splunk

VMware NSX-T

Active Directory

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Cyber Range Network Engineer in our Intel Sector. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary

Join our team supporting a cutting-edge Cyber program and make an impact by guiding the definition, implementation, and delivery of capability focused on Cyber Training systems. As a key player on our team, you will leverage your skills to provide expertise in large scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations. Don't miss the opportunity to take your career to the next level and be part of an innovative and dynamic environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for operational planning in support of training, exercises, operations, and coordination of integrated cyber operations.
• Provide network administration support for development, deployment, and problem identification and remediation of the enterprise network environment.
• Support large scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations, both defensive and offensive activities.
• Work with cyber operators and provide cyber range expertise to enable DCO and OCO operations for Cyber Command.
• Translate cyber mission force training and mission rehearsal goals into actionable event environments.
• Support the design and execution of cyber range training events.
• Provide expertise in architecture, virtual environments, networking, authentication, and system security.
• Coach and review the work of lower-level technical staff.
• Focus on continuous process improvement across the training event activities.
• Work with stakeholders (customer, users, developers, vendors) on requirement changes that impact the training environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or similar, and eight (8) or more years of experience in a relevant field. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience with or knowledge of the 5 stages of joint event life cycle (JETC) as it applies to training events.
• Experience with Network Hardware Design and Configuration, Network Troubleshooting, and Network Performance Tuning.
• Experience with Linux and Windows, network administration, and networking protocols/functions (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP, DNS).
• Experience with configuring, managing, and implementing network access control Lists.
• Experience with Cisco switching and WAN/LAN technologies
• Experience with MS Active Directory and VMWare NSX-T virtual networking.
• Experience with security monitoring platforms, such as Security Onion or Splunk.
• Worked with Red Hat Identity Management (IdM) and Single Sign-On (SSO) technologies using Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP).
• Experience with commercial cloud infrastructure deployment environments such as AWS and Azure.
• Self-starter who can work independently in a fast-paced environment while working effectively with engineers and customers.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and requirements from stakeholders.
• Security Clearance requirement: Active Top Secret with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI level clearance.
• Certification Requirement: IAT Level II/II Certifications such as Security +, CCNA Security, CISSP or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with configuring network devices utilizing Python and Ansible.
• Experience with enterprise network management tools such as SolarWinds, Cisco Smartnet, Splunk, or similar technologies.
• Experience with MS Exchange and Edge Transport servers.
• Knowledge of routing protocols, such as BGP & OSPF, and route maps.
• Experience with DNS servers to include queries, mail exchange and name records.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to interface with customers, leadership, and teammates.
• Four or more years of experience with cyber training and cyber operations.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you -

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Pay Range

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

Original Posting

April 13, 2026

For U.S. Positions: 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 and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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.