Senior Transport Network Engineer - DoD Networks

Leidos LLC; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Transport Network Engineer to sustain and optimize DoD networks, including DWDM/SONET platforms. You will design, implement, and troubleshoot complex transport paths, coordinate with TAC and government customers, and maintain incident documentation. A Secret clearance and DoD credentialing are required, with extensive hands-on experience across major transport vendors. This role is based in Hawaii and supports DISA networks.

Qualifications

• DoD 8750 IAT II or Security+ CE certification or equivalent.
• BS degree with 4–8 years of relevant experience or MS with 2–6 years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Experience with optical transport networks including DWDM/SONET and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform network design and engineering for DoD networks.
• Develop and modify network architecture and procedures; implement upgrades.
• Provide incident management escalation and fault isolation across transport platforms.
• Coordinate with vendors and government customers for troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Maintain accurate MSS documentation and support maintenance windows.

Skills

DoD 8750 IAT II

Active Security clearance

Network design

DWDM/SONET experience

CIENA/Cisco devices

Education

BS degree in a related field

MS degree (optional)

Tools

CIENA 6500

CIENA Corestream

Cisco NCS2K

CISCO MSPP 15454/15310

SYCAMORE ODXC 16K/9K

XTERA

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Transport Network Engineer to sustain and optimize DoD networks, including DWDM/SONET platforms. You will design, implement, and troubleshoot complex transport paths, coordinate with TAC and government customers, and maintain incident documentation. A Secret clearance and DoD credentialing are required, with extensive hands-on experience across major transport vendors. This role is based in Hawaii and supports DISA networks.