Remote Network Engineer - Patch & STIG Lab Validation

Via Logic LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to execute patch testing, STIG compliance assessments, and lab validation for assigned network infrastructure. The role requires working independently to meet a 72-hour SLA and mentoring junior engineers.

Ideal candidates will have a B.S. degree (or equivalent experience), U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance, and hands-on experience with F5, Cisco, or Palo Alto platforms. CCNA/Security+ or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Requires B.S. Degree and 2-4 years network engineering experience (routing, switching, load balancing, firewalls).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active Secret clearance.
• Hands-on experience with F5, Cisco, Palo Alto, or similar platforms.
• STIG compliance and vulnerability management experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• CCNA, Security+, or equivalent certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Execute patch testing in lab environments (standalone, HA, stacks).
• Perform quarterly STIG compliance scans and assessments.
• Build and maintain lab environments (virtual and hardware).
• Document test results and provide deployment recommendations.
• Troubleshoot patch failures and coordinate with vendors.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineer on testing activities.
• Maintain subject matter expertise on 10-15 solution types.
• Test 80-100 patches/year in assigned domain (30-35% of team workload).

Skills

routing

switching

load balancing

firewalls

Education

B.S. Degree

Tools

F5

Cisco

Palo Alto

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to execute patch testing, STIG compliance assessments, and lab validation for assigned network infrastructure. The role requires working independently to meet a 72-hour SLA and mentoring junior engineers.

Ideal candidates will have a B.S. degree (or equivalent experience), U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance, and hands-on experience with F5, Cisco, or Palo Alto platforms. CCNA/Security+ or equivalent is required.