Data Center Network Engineer

Leidos Inc; Camp Springs (MD); On-site; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in the United States is seeking a Data Center Network Engineer to support the AFNCR IT Services program. You will deploy, configure, and maintain core data center networking hardware and security controls in a fast-paced DoD environment.

You will work with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst Center, ISE, F5 LTM/GTM, RSA Authentication Manager, TACLANE HAIPE, and SNMP-based monitoring to ensure high availability and strong cyber posture across classified and unclassified networks.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco switches and routers.
• Proficiency with Cisco DNA Center, ISE, and F5 LTM/GTM.
• Experience with RSA Authentication Manager and TACLANE HAIPE encryption.

Responsibilities

• Manage, deploy, configure, and maintain core data center hardware.
• Maintain rack layouts, port maps, and asset tracking databases.
• Use Cisco DNA Center and ISE for policy enforcement and device profiling.
• Configure Cisco Nexus switches and F5 load balancers.
• Administer RSA Authentication Manager to support MFA.
• Monitor performance with SNMP-based tools and troubleshoot IPTV platforms.
• Implement DoD cyber measures and update SOPs for data center ops.
• Coordinate with DISA, 26 NOS, and other teams during outages.
• Participate in DR planning and routine system backups.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Disaster recovery planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering

Master's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center)

Cisco ISE

F5 LTM/GTM

RSA Authentication Manager

TACLANE HAIPE

Cacti

SNMP monitoring

PIM/IGMP multicast routing

Job description

Description

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector is seeking a Data Center Network Engineer in support of the Air Force National Capital (AFNCR) IT Services program.

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer's success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

The AFNCR IT Services program provides support services for information systems for Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Air Force District of Washington (AFDW), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Chiefs of Staff, and other Air Force activities within the AFNCR, missions to include the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), and other locations, leased spaces, and alternate sites. The major support areas required are IT Operations and Maintenance; Plans, Projects, and Engineering (PP&E); and National Military Command Center (NMCC). The senior leaders and national defense missions that are supported require that the AFNCR operations never fail, resulting in a fast-paced, challenging, but also rewarding environment.

Hours: 1000-1800 (10am to 6pm)

Telework: 100% On-site at Joint Base Andrews, MD

Responsibilities

• Manage, deploy, configure, and maintain core data center hardware, including switches, routers, and high-performance server network interfaces.
• Maintain comprehensive physical infrastructure documentation, including precise rack layouts, detailed port maps, and highly accurate physical asset tracking databases.
• Employ and manage enterprise-level network systems, utilizing Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly Cisco DNA Center) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for policy enforcement, device profiling, and automated access control.
• Configure and manage Cisco Nexus Series switches.
• Configure and manage F5 Load Balancers (LTM/GTM) to guarantee application high availability and administer RSA Authentication Manager to support multi-factor authentication (MFA) across secure enclaves.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, and overall environmental health using Cacti network monitoring and other SNMP-based telemetry tools. Deploy and troubleshoot multicast-based Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) platforms over the enterprise LAN.
• Install, key, configure, and support TACLANE (e.g., KG-175D, KGV-72) and other High-Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPEs) to secure sensitive data-in-transit across classified and unclassified networks.
• Implement and enforce physical and logical cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure, databases, and network boundaries in accordance with DoD regulations.
• Develop, update, and maintain detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for data center operations, ensuring strict alignment with military directives, safety, and environmental protocols.
• Act as the technical point of contact with higher-level support units, such as the 26th Network Operations Squadron (26th NOS) and the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), ensuring rapid coordination and resolution during network outages or degraded performance periods.
• Draft, coordinate, and process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) as directed by leadership, ensuring appropriate risk mitigation and stakeholder notification.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and facility stakeholders to schedule and execute preventative hardware maintenance and routine system-wide upgrades with minimal operational disruption.
• Proactively identify single-points-of-failure and mitigate operational reliability risks to guarantee maximum network uptime and mission stability.
• Participate in disaster recovery (DR) planning, complete routine system backups, and execute logical and physical system restoration processes.
• Support a continuous, mission-critical operational standby and on-call rotation schedule to resolve emergent tier-3 technical issues during off-hours.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or similar with 8 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field with 6 years of relevant experience additional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Must meet DoD 8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certification requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, or CISSP).
• Professional-level network certification required (e.g., Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) , Cisco CCNP Enterprise, F5-CA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise-grade switches and routers (specifically Cisco platforms).
• Hands-on administration of Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center), Cisco ISE, and F5 Local/Global Traffic Managers.
• Experience with RSA Authentication Manager database administration and user agent configuration.
• Direct experience configuring, keying, and troubleshooting TACLANE HAIPE encryption units.
• Proficiency knowledge of DISA STIGs for network devices and appliances.
• Familiarity with SNMP monitoring protocols, Cacti, and multicast routing protocols (e.g., PIM, IGMP snooping) for IPTV systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of IPv6 to include configuration and common notation/nomenclature.
• Proficiency in Python and Ansible for network automation.
• Familiarity with Cisco SD-WAN, Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI).
• Experience working in air-gapped and/or classified network environments (e.g., SIPRNet) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR.
• Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).

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.

Original Posting: July 29, 2026

Pay Range: Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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.

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.