Network Operations Intern

Leidos Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking motivated technology students for its Summer 2027 Internship Program. As a Network Operations Intern, you will join the Digital Sector on the GSM-O II contract at MacDill AFB, FL, gaining hands-on experience supporting the DISN for USCENTCOM and DISA.

You will work with engineers to learn network health and performance, exposure to various technologies, and how the team ensures reliable vital communications for the DoD. This on-site internship starts May 2027.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Network Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Clear communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with functional analysis of network data and designs.
• Learn how to convert customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Shadow the team to understand troubleshooting and fault analysis.
• Gain exposure to Network Engineering, Network Operations, and Unified Capabilities.
• Assist with customer provisioning and the phase-out of legacy technology.
• Help create documentation and collect metrics for government reporting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Networking concepts

Education

Pursuing degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT/Network Engineering

Job description

Description

Leidos, a leading defense, intelligence, and technology company, is seeking motivated and aspiring technology students for our Summer 2027 Internship Program (Starts May 2027). As a Network Operations Intern, you will join our Digital Sector on the Global Solutions Management - Operations II (GSM-O II) contract at MacDill AFB, FL. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting the Defense Information System Network (DISN) in direct support of U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) and the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).

Your Opportunity

Are you interested in learning how a global network supports critical military operations? As a member of our MacDill AFB team, you will be embedded directly with the engineers and analysts who manage the day‑to‑day health and performance of the DISN. You will gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and learn how our teams ensure the reliability of vital communication networks for the DoD.

What You'll Do (Potential Projects & Learning Opportunities):

• Assist senior engineers with functional analysis of network data and designs.


• Learn how to convert customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.


• Shadow the team to understand how they perform troubleshooting and fault analysis.


• Gain exposure to a variety of operational areas, including Network Engineering, Network Operations, and Unified Capabilities (voice and video).


• Assist with customer provisioning and the phase‑out of legacy technology.


• Help create documentation and collect metrics for government reporting.

What You'll Bring (Required):

• Citizenship & Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.


• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Network Engineering.


• Technical Foundation: A foundational understanding of IT principles, basic programming logic, and networking concepts (e.g., OSI Model, TCP/IP).


• Analytical Mindset: A strong desire to learn, keen attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.


• Teamwork: A collaborative attitude with strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Location: This internship is based on‑site at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. All work must be performed on site.

What We Want (Desired):

• Certifications: Obtaining a CompTIA Security+ certification (or any certification that aligns with DoD 8570 IAT Level II) before the start date is strongly encouraged.


• Hands‑On Experience: Experience from home labs, class projects, or prior internships involving networking, scripting, or data analysis.


• Familiarity with:
  
  
  
  • Basic scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).
  
  
  • Using ITSM or ticketing systems.
  
  
  • Unix/Linux environments.
  
  
  
  

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: August 26, 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 $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

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

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.