Sr. Network Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 131,300 - 237,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join their Chantilly, VA team. The successful candidate will be tasked with installing, configuring, and troubleshooting complex network appliances while ensuring network uptime and security. A Master's degree with 12 years of experience is required, alongside an active TS/SCI clearance and CCNA certification. This role demands excellent problem-solving skills, effective communication, and 50% travel to OCONUS locations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and a minimum of 12 years of experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• Active CCNA certification.
• Experience with Cisco configurations.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot network appliances.
• Monitor network infrastructure and provide reporting.
• Collaborate on network optimization with Chief Engineer.
• Document and enforce network standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Hands-on experience

Education

Master's degree

Doctorate degree (optional)

Tools

Cisco appliances

Solarwinds Performance Monitor

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Description

Leidos is searching for an experienced and fully cleared Network Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA.

The team is made-up of highly technical and motivated individuals. The engineer for this role will assist in troubleshooting complex problems and implementing cutting-edge solutions. As such, this individual must be an excellent problem solver and work well in a collaborative team environment. Candidate must have proven hands-on experience working as a network engineer. OCONUS experience is highly desired.

50% travel to OCONUS location.

The program is made up of CONUS and OCONUS teams who regularly interact across varying time zones. As a result, the candidate must have excellent communication skills and be flexible with regards to teamwork and tasking. A demonstrated ability to perform in cross-functional teams to achieve results in a timely manner is desired.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network appliances (routers, switches, and firewalls)
• Monitor entire network infrastructure (LAN & WAN) and provide regular reporting
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Engineer to ensure network optimization and the completion of other tasks
• Ensure network uptime, performance, and security
• Document and enforce network standards
• Manage and maintain IP addressing schema
• Travel OCONUS as needed
• Maintain network lab in Chantilly, VA

REQUIRED Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Master's degree and at least 12 years minimum experience depending on education, training, skills and experience. Experience requirement may be reduced with Doctorate degree in network engineering, computer science, or related subject.
• Must possess an active and in-scope TS/SCI With Poly to be considered
• Active/current basic CCNA certification
• Solid understanding of OSI or TCP/IP model
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring, network diagnostics, and network analytics tools
• Experience configuring/troubleshooting Cisco appliances
• Experience configuring/troubleshooting routing and switching, including routing protocols
• Experience writing scripts for Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls
• Ability to work well individually, as well as within a team environment, and always maintain professional behavior with all stakeholders.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and climb 30 ft.

Desired Qualifications:

• CCNA/CCNP Security certification
• Experience working with Cisco ASA/Firepower and Juniper SRX appliances
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting IPSec VPN tunnels
• Deep understanding of networking protocols, i.e., IPSEC, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS
• Experience installing and troubleshooting iDirect VSATs
• Experience using Solarwinds Performance Monitor and Configuration Manager
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting AWS
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting VoIP & PBX systems
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting Asterisk

Pay Range

Pay Range:

Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

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

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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.