Senior Network Engineer: Design, Implement & Secure

Leidos; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Network Implementation Engineer in Chantilly, VA to design, implement, test, and upgrade complex DOD networks. Responsibilities include documenting designs, coordinating migration windows, and assisting operations teams with fault isolation and scalable solutions.

The role requires DISA STIG-aligned secure designs and Authority to Operate (ATO) for new devices and software, plus leading a small team of network specialists in planning and executing deployments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance.
• 16 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of work history and education.
• Must comply with DoD 8140 IAT Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer requirements and document designs with diagrams and BOMs.
• Schedule maintenance windows with minimal impact on data flows.
• Provide technical guidance to Operations engineers and technicians; troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

OSPF

BGP

VLANs

802.1q

port-channels

Education

Doctorate + 8 years equivalent

Master's + 10 years equivalent

Bachelor's + 12 years equivalent

Tools

Cisco

Brocade

Juniper

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Network Implementation Engineer in Chantilly, VA to design, implement, test, and upgrade complex DOD networks. Responsibilities include documenting designs, coordinating migration windows, and assisting operations teams with fault isolation and scalable solutions.

The role requires DISA STIG-aligned secure designs and Authority to Operate (ATO) for new devices and software, plus leading a small team of network specialists in planning and executing deployments.