Sr. Network & Systems Engineer

Leidos Inc; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Network & Systems Engineer to provide advanced engineering and strategic systems analysis on a DoD contract at Fort Belvoir, VA.

The role requires leading NOSC watch duties and interfacing with mission partners to ensure secure, resilient IT services. The candidate will analyze and modify enterprise IT infrastructures across servers, storage, and networks, operating on classified networks with active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with 8-12 years of enterprise systems engineering experience, or a Master’s with 6-10 years’ experience.
• Deep understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls) and system virtualization.
• Proficiency with enterprise monitoring (SolarWinds), AD architecture, and ITSM frameworks (ITIL/ITSM).
• Must possess a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or higher.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance at time of consideration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary technical authority for DoW DoD enterprise IT Server, Storage, and Network infrastructures.
• Document, test, and modify network/server configurations and security baselines.
• Perform 24x7x365 NOSC watch duties; lead diagnostic strategy and root-cause analysis for outages.
• Provide input for operational procedures, incident response frameworks, and SLA-compliant workflows; evaluate vendor solutions.
• Interface with high-level partners and present AARs and technical briefings to senior leadership.
• Support Tier I-III system, networking, and engineering personnel in troubleshooting efforts.
• Oversee real-time monitoring of global networks using DoD-approved tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Develop and enforce escalation protocols and incident response workflows.

Skills

Network protocols

Troubleshooting

Incident response

SolarWinds

Active Directory

ITIL/ITSM

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Master's degree (6–10 years)

Tools

SolarWinds

ServiceNow ITSM

Active Directory architecture

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Network & Systems Engineer to provide advanced engineering, strategic systems analysis, and operational oversight for large-scale operations on a high-profile Department of War (DoW) contract at Fort Belvoir, VA. The I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable DTRA's Information Management & Technology Directorate (ITD) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to internal and external partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The Engineer will serve as a primary technical authority, exercising independent judgment to analyze and modify DTRA's enterprise IT Server, Storage, and Network infrastructures. Operating on Unclassified, Secret, and Top-Secret networks, the candidate will lead the monitoring and troubleshooting efforts that ensure continuous, secure, and resilient access for all mission partners.

Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance at time of consideration.

Work Schedule: Day Shift 0600-1800 (Sun-Wed) OR Night Shift 1800-0600 (Wed-Sat)

Primary Responsibilities

• Systems Analysis & Architecture: Apply advanced systems analysis techniques to consult with DTRA leadership and mission partners, determining complex system functional specifications, capacity requirements, and architectural roadmaps.
• Network & Systems Engineering: Document, test, and modify network and server configurations, security protocols, and directory services (Active Directory) to align with evolving DoD Directives and security baselines.
• Incident & Operational Leadership: Perform shift duties as the 24x7x365 Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) operations watch officer. Serve as the escalation authority for complex, multi-system outages, leading diagnostic strategy, event correlation, and root-cause analysis.
• Strategic Integration: Provide input for process improvement on operational procedures, incident response frameworks, and SLA-compliant workflow protocols. Evaluate third-party vendor solutions and manage configurations within the ServiceNow ITSM framework.
• Executive Advisory: Interface directly with high-level Mission Partners, DISA, Joint Forces, and Combatant Commands to advise on operational impacts, system vulnerabilities, and technical solutions. Author and present After-Action Reports (AARs) and technical briefings to senior leadership.
• Support Tier I-III system, networking, and engineering personnel to ensure network troubleshooting efforts.
• Oversee real-time monitoring of global enterprise networks using DoD-approved tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Develop and enforce operational procedures, incident response workflows, and escalation protocols.
• Interface with Mission Partners, DISA, Joint Forces, and Combatant Commands on network status, issues, and operational impacts.
• Prepare and deliver operational briefs, after-action reports (AARs), and executive summaries to senior leadership.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or elevate technical issues based on ticket assignments, deskside or remotely, as necessary.
• Correlate events and incidents for management of Information Technology (IT) Services.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience: BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related engineering field with 8-12 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6-10 years of experience in enterprise systems engineering, network design, or IT operations management. Specific high-level technical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced, theoretical, and practical understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls), system virtualization, and enterprise storage networks.
• Tools & Frameworks: Proficiency in administering enterprise monitoring suites (e.g., SolarWinds), Active Directory architecture, and IT Service Management (ITIL/ITSM) frameworks.
• Security Certification: Must possess a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or higher prior to start.
• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance at time of consideration.

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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 Range: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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.