NetOps Specialist Mid - Singapore

Leidos LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leidos Defense & Intelligence Group seeks a NetOps Specialist (OCONUS) to monitor and maintain Navy network infrastructure, support vessel piers, and ensure secure connectivity across CONUS and OCONUS sites. Candidates should have DoD network experience, IAT II certs, CCNA/CCNP, and active US security clearance.

Role involves on-site/on-call support, potential shift work, and collaboration with Cyber Security teams to uphold defense-in-depth standards.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of prior relevant experience (in the Network and Infrastructure field).
• Must be a US Citizen and have an active Secret Clearance.
• Must possess an IAT II level certification (CompTIA Security+, etc.).
• Must possess a Network Certification (CCNA, etc.).
• Must possess a Microsoft Systems Certification (MCSA, MAAA, MDAA, etc.).
• Hands-on Experience in working with DoD networks, including NIPR and SIPR.
• Plans implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network.
• Advise network users of hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations.
• Willing to provide On-Site/ On-call support. 24/7 365 days a year.
• Willing to perform shift work.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of Network Operations.
• Work with Cyber Security analysts to ensure Enterprise information flow is secure.
• Ensures effective and efficient operation of network systems, architecture and topology.
• Monitor to ensure all operating systems are functioning properly and conform to operation security policies and procedures.
• Receive and analyze network alerts from various sources within the enterprise and determine possible causes of such alerts. Track and document incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
• Assists with the development and application of business processes to ensure appropriate service levels.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures, and processes for the Network Operations Center.
• Participate in strategic network and operations planning.
• Work within the DevSecOps methodology to plan and support implementation of new technologies.
• Prepare recommendations for resolutions to NetOps challenges based on monitoring results, tools analysis, and/or forensics.
• Assist the Cyber Team employ approved defense-in-depth principles and practices (e.g., defense-in-multiple places, layered defenses, and security robustness). Assist with the collection of intrusion artifacts (e.g., source code, malware, and trojans) and use discovered data to enable mitigation of potential computer network defense (CND) incidents within the enterprise.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Network Operations

Cyber security coordination

Incident analysis

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCNA

CCNP

MCSA/MCSA/MDAA

IAT II certification

CompTIA Security+

Job description

More About the Role

The Defense & Intelligence Group of Leidos has an opening for the Navy’s Service Management, Integration and Transport (SMIT) Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) NetOps Specialist in Singapore. The SMIT contract will provide secure end-to-end Information Technology (IT) services to more than 400,000 hardware devices and 600,000+ users at over 1,600 Continental United States (CONUS) sites and over 82 OCONUS site across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East; constituting one of the largest combined networks in the world. Under the OCONUS Piers portion of the contract, the Leidos team will provide pier side connect/disconnect service, network administration, and fiber optic cable repair supporting US Navy vessels arriving and departing from piers in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. This position will be responsible for assisting with the monitoring and maintenance of the network infrastructure providing connectivity services to vessels in port. This will require the completion of daily checks, performing vulnerability scans, monitoring network connections, resolving, and reporting outages, and maintaining the lifecycle replacement of network equipment. The NetOps Specialist may also assist in the connect/disconnect process for vessels arriving or departing from piers at their location. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in network administration and ideally experience operating and maintaining Navy networks.

What You'll Get to Do

• Responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of Network Operations.
• Work with Cyber Security analysts to ensure Enterprise information flow is secure.
• Ensures effective and efficient operation of network systems, architecture and topology.
• Monitor to ensure all operating systems are functioning properly and conform to operation security policies and procedures.
• Receive and analyze network alerts from various sources within the enterprise and determine possible causes of such alerts. Track and document incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
• Assists with the development and application of business processes to ensure appropriate service levels.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures, and processes for the Network Operations Center.
• Participate in strategic network and operations planning.
• Work within the DevSecOps methodology to plan and support implementation of new technologies.
• Prepare recommendations for resolutions to NetOps challenges based on monitoring results, tools analysis, and/or forensics.
• Assist the Cyber Team employ approved defense-in-depth principles and practices (e.g., defense-in-multiple places, layered defenses, and security robustness). Assist with the collection of intrusion artifacts (e.g., source code, malware, and trojans) and use discovered data to enable mitigation of potential computer network defense (CND) incidents within the enterprise.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

You'll Bring These Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of prior relevant experience (in the Network and Infrastructure field).
• Must be a US Citizen and have an active Secret Clearance.
• Must possess an IAT II level certification (CompTIA Security+, etc.).
• Must possess a Network Certification (CCNA, etc.).
• Must possess a Microsoft Systems Certification (MCSA, MAAA, MDAA, etc.).
• Hands‑on Experience in working with DoD networks, including NIPR and SIPR.
• Plans implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network.
• Advise network users of hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations.
• Willing to provide On‑Site/ On‑call support. 24/7 365 days a year.
• Willing to perform shift work.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
• Background in Wireless communications.
• Knowledge of Fiber Optics cabling systems.
• The ability to lift 40 or more pounds.
• Demonstrated hands‑on expertise networking technologies and data centers.
• Exceptional communication abilities, both verbal and written, including long‑form business writing on complex topics.
• Proven ability to influence and mangers of other service support models and supporting teams.
• Ability to manage globally distributed 24x7 operations to include short‑notice travel in response to emerging operational issues.
• Motivated self‑starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to create complex technical reports on analytic findings.

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Original Posting

September 1, 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 Range

$50,700.00 - $91,650.00

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 $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity

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.