Cyber Range Network Engineer

Leidos Inc; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Cyber Range Network Engineer to join our Intel Sector team, guiding design, implementation and delivery of cyber training systems. You will support large-scale cyber exercises, provide network administration across enterprise networks, and collaborate with cyber operators to enable DCO and OCO operations for Cyber Command in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a TS clearance and IAT II/II certifications, with hands-on experience in Linux/Windows, networking, and cloud

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience (8+ years).
• Experience with joint event lifecycle (JETC) for training events.
• Experience with network hardware design, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• Experience with Linux and Windows, networking protocols (HTTP/HTTPS/SSL/TLS/DNS).
• Experience with network access control lists and Cisco WAN/LAN tech.
• Experience with MS Active Directory and virtualization (VMware NSX-T).
• Experience with security monitoring platforms such as Splunk or Security Onion.
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
• Self-starter who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Active TS clearance and IAT II/II certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Plan operations in support of training, exercises, and integrated cyber operations.
• Provide network administration for development, deployment, and remediation of enterprise network environment.
• Support large-scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations (defensive and offensive).
• Collaborate with cyber operators to enable DCO and OCO for Cyber Command.
• Translate training goals into actionable environments for events.
• Design and execute cyber range training events.
• Provide expertise in architecture, virtual environments, networking, authentication, and system security.
• Coach and review work of junior staff.
• Drive continuous process improvement in training event activities.
• Engage with stakeholders on requirement changes affecting the training environment.

Skills

Network administration

Linux

Windows

Active Top Secret clearance

IAT Level II/II Certifications

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or similar

Tools

Python

Ansible

SolarWinds

Splunk

VMware NSX-T

Job description

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.

Pay Range

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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.

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.

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