Network Engineer SME

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

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer SME to join the DES team on a hybrid basis at Fort Meade, MD. The role requires an active Secret clearance and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, with a focus on enterprise wireless and cloud-integrated networks.

Primary skills include Aruba/Cisco wireless, Cisco ISE, and Azure Cloud, with responsibilities spanning modernization, migration, and cross-functional engineering in a multi-vendor environment to ensure secure, scalable connectivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience or more with equivalent experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required prior to start.
• Enterprise network modernization and migration experience.
• Experience supporting large-scale transformation or integration efforts.
• Strong troubleshooting, implementation, and operational support background.
• Experience working in multi-vendor enterprise environments.
• Customer-facing engineering and technical coordination experience.
• Ability to support cross-functional engineering teams in dynamic environments.
• Experience integrating enterprise networking with cloud-based infrastructure and services.
• Understanding of hybrid cloud networking concepts and secure connectivity architectures.
• Experience supporting network segmentation and identity-based networking solutions.
• Enterprise wireless migration planning and execution.

Skills

Aruba Wireless

Cisco Wireless

Cisco ISE

Azure Cloud

DoD 8570 IAT II cert

Enterprise network modernization

Education

Bachelor's degree

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

Tools

DNAC/CAT-C

Aruba ClearPass

Azure VPN Gateway/ExpressRoute

Azure Firewall/NSGs

Python/Ansible/IaC

Job description

Unleash your potential at Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' 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. We're eager to connect with you regarding transitioning to Leidos!

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector has a career opportunity for a Network Engineer SME to join our dynamic DES (Defense Enclave Services) team supporting DISA at Fort Meade, MD on a hybrid basis.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

Must hold an active Secret security clearance prior to start and be able to obtain a Top Secret. (US Citizenship required)

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Defense Enclave Services contract will unify the DoD Fourth Estate Defense Agencies and Field Activities' (DAFAs) common use information technology systems, personnel, functions, and program elements under the direction of DISA's Fourth Estate Network Optimization program office. It will unify the DAFAs on a common, modernized network architecture, DoDNet, to provide mission services focused on enhanced user experience, improved security, and network reliability.

Primary Skill Areas (must have ONE)

• Aruba Wireless
• Cisco Wireless
• Cisco ISE
• Azure Cloud

Core Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required prior to start (Security+ CE or equivalent).
• Enterprise network modernization and migration experience
• Experience supporting large-scale transformation or integration efforts
• Strong troubleshooting, implementation, and operational support background
• Experience working in multi-vendor enterprise environments
• Customer-facing engineering and technical coordination experience
• Ability to support cross-functional engineering teams in dynamic operational environments
• Experience integrating enterprise networking with cloud-based infrastructure and services
• Understanding of hybrid cloud networking concepts and secure connectivity architectures
• Experience supporting network segmentation, access control, and identity-based networking solutions
• Enterprise wireless migration planning and execution

Desired Additional Skills

• Experience in one or more of the following:
• Aruba ClearPass
• Cisco Catalyst Center (DNAC/CAT-C) / SD-Access
• SGTs (Security Group Tags) / Microsegmentation
• Comply to Connect (C2C)
• Azure Virtual Networks (VNETs)
• Azure VPN Gateway / ExpressRoute
• Azure Firewall / NSGs
• Hybrid cloud connectivity and routing
• Cloud network security and segmentation
• Network automation and scripting
• Python, Ansible, or Infrastructure-as-Code experience
• Multi-site network deployment and operational support

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: May 19, 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: Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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

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