Remote Transport Network Engineer | Patch & STIG Specialist

Via Logic LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); 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 domains. You will work independently with minimal oversight to deliver thorough testing and accurate recommendations supporting a 72‑hour SLA.

You’ll build and maintain lab environments (virtual and hardware), document test results, and provide deployment guidance.

Qualifications

• Requires B.S. Degree and 2-4 years network engineering experience (routing, switching, load balancing, firewalls); years of experience can be in lieu of degree.
• 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).
• Complete 50-60 STIG assessments/year.

Skills

Network engineering

Routing

Switching

Load balancing

Firewalls

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

CCNA

Education

Bachelor of Science

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 domains. You will work independently with minimal oversight to deliver thorough testing and accurate recommendations supporting a 72‑hour SLA.

You’ll build and maintain lab environments (virtual and hardware), document test results, and provide deployment guidance.