Network Engineer

Network EngineerLooking for an opportunity to make an impact? Join the Leidos Digital Modernization (DigiMod) team in accelerating information technology in a changing world where we make a difference by modernizing critical networks for our government and commercial customers. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Are you ready to challenge yourself with an organization that encourages & supports career growth on an enterprise-wide scale? Your greatest work is ahead! We are in search of a Network Engineer to join our Agile Network Operations Cell supporting Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command's (ACC) base readiness initiative. As a Network Engineer, you will be the primary Base Area Network (BAN) technical expert for a regional grouping of ACC bases representing Leidos with our government customer as well as providing support to other ACC locations. This position is responsible for providing expertise, guidance, and execution support for LAN architecture design, sustainment and system modernizations. Qualified candidates will have in depth technical knowledge and extensive hands-on networking skills as well as strong communication and ability to work as part of an integrated government and contractor team. The effort supports the ACC Headquarters, but support may be required at any of the following locations: Abilene, TX; Tuscan, AZ; Alamogordo, NM; Omaha, NE; Rapid City, SD; Grand Forks, ND; The candidate must be able to travel. TRAVEL: 50%Clearance Requirements: Must be a US Citizen and have at a minimum an Active Secret clearance.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide overall network engineering support for a broad range of programs including planning, designing, and evaluating various components of the network.Provide specifications for network architecture, identify technical capability gaps, evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance current capabilities, and perform needs assessments.Develop, recommend, and implement approved network configurations according to local change management processesDuties may include monitoring, installation, cabling/wiring, modification, troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance, testing and servicing of network equipmentDraft and review technical documentation and communicate requirements.Participate in testing to ensure requirements are adequately metDevelop and facilitate training of the operations team on newly deployed equipmentSupport the project lifecycle for infrastructure and technology changesFoster an environment of collaboration with the government customerBasic QualificationsBS degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experienceAdditional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degreeExperience with designing, configuring, and troubleshooting Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks to include hardware (switches, routers), software (operating system), network management systems, network access control (NAC), quality of service (QoS), network services (timing, logging, etc.), and distribution systems (fiber and copper cables and infrastructure).Experience with Network Administration, Network Security, Networking Standards, Network Protocols, NIST/FISMA standards and controls.Ability to write and verbally communicate complex networking, security and risk-related concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.Must have strong problem-solving, analytical, communication and people skillsExperience in IPv4 and IPv6 implementationExperience with CCC/DNAC and ISEUnderstanding of Zero Trust principles to include network segmentation best practices and experience implementing C2CMust possess one of the following certifications:SecurityX / CASP+CCNACCNP SecurityCEHGCEDGCIAGCLDGDSAGFACTGICSPGSECSecurity +SSCPPreferred QualificationsDemonstrated experience with an Air Force or Department of War Customer, and/or prior military experienceExperience designing, implementing, and managing SDN, virtualization, and SDA solutionsExperience implementing and/or using SIEM/SOAR platforms and other networking tools to include Splunk, Solarwinds, and automation toolsExperience in network planning, design, and management strategies for an enterprise Wireless LAN including advanced wireless site surveying, security design, and troubleshooting of Wireless LAN design and familiarity with wireless networking components and management tools for Cisco and HPE wireless solutions.Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework and the government Authority to Operate process.