Deputy Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Manager

Leidos Inc; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Deputy NOSC Manager at Fort Belvoir, VA to lead 24/7 NOSC operations, ensure secure and reliable network infrastructure, and oversee incident response for a high-profile DoW contract.

The role requires 8+ years in network management, a TS/SCI clearance, and supervisory experience; on-site schedule 10 am–6 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities to mentor engineers and partners across DoW components. This position emphasizes RMF/NIST compliance and performance optimization.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience with 8+ years of relevant work, or Masters with 6+ years.
• Minimum 3 years in a supervisory/management role.
• Proven experience managing enterprise networks in a DoW or federal environment.
• CompTIA Security+ or IAT Level II equivalent certification, active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Network Oversight: 24/7 NOSC operations, continuous monitoring, incident response and issue resolution.
• Team Leadership: supervise and mentor network engineers, admins, and analysts.
• Incident Management: prioritize and resolve network incidents with stakeholders.
• Cybersecurity Compliance: adhere to RMF and NIST standards across DoW systems.
• Performance Optimization: analyze metrics to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Reporting: provide status and performance reports to senior leadership and DoW.
• Collaboration: work with DoW components, contractors, and vendors on modernization.
• Training and Development: develop programs to maintain team readiness and proficiency.
• Backfill shifts as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Network Operations

Incident Management

Cybersecurity Compliance

Reporting

Team Collaboration

Training & Development

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

SolarWinds

VMware

Active Directory

RSA Tokens

CAC Pin Resets

ServiceNOW

DIACAP / STIGs

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a Deputy Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Manager at Fort Belvoir, VA to support large-scale migration and operations on a large, high-profile DOW contract. The I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) Information Management & Technology Directorate (J6) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to DTRA's internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The candidate will be an experienced NOSC Manager to oversee the operational integrity, security, and performance of critical network infrastructure. The Deputy NOSC Manager will lead a team responsible for monitoring, managing, and maintaining DoW networks, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and cybersecurity standards. This position is 100% onsite with a requested schedule of 10 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday.

Clearance: Must possess an active Top Secret with SCI clearance at time of consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Oversight: Manage 24/7 NOSC operations, ensuring continuous monitoring, incident response, and resolution of network issues.

• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a team of network engineers, systems administrators and analysts, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Incident Management: Oversee the identification, prioritization, and resolution of network incidents, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

• Cybersecurity Compliance: Ensure adherence to DoW cybersecurity policies, including RMF (Risk Management Framework) and NIST standards.

• Performance Optimization: Analyze network performance metrics and implement strategies to enhance reliability and efficiency.

• Reporting: Provide detailed reports on network status, incidents, and performance to senior leadership and DoW stakeholders.

• Collaboration: Work with other DoW components, contractors, and vendors to support network modernization and integration efforts.

• Training and Development: Develop and implement training programs to maintain team readiness and technical proficiency.

• Backfill shifts as necessary.

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Proven experience managing enterprise-level networks in a DoW or federal environment.

• CompTIA Security+ or IAT Level II equivalent certification.

• Must possess an active Top Secret with SCI clearance at time of consideration.

Preferred

• ITIL Foundation certification

• Experience with SolarWinds licensing, configuration, management and monitoring.

• Experience with VMWare, Active Directory, RSA Tokens, CAC Pin Resets, and ServiceNOW.

• CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) or other computing environment certification.

• Experience with DoW-specific cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., DIACAP, STIGs).

• Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) and zero-trust architectures.

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Pay Range:Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

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.

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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.