Network Engineer I

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Shiloh, IL
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 1 day ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Network Engineer I

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Network Engineer I joins the Digital Sector team to support the Joint Fires Network within the Global Solutions Management-Operations II program. This role involves executing network operations, including the configuration and analysis of customer circuits across optical and electro-optical multiplexers, routers, and switches. The engineer performs real-time circuit redesigns to restore connectivity during outages, monitors alarms using platform-specific tools, and manages hardware replacements and software configurations. Key technical competencies include experience with Cisco, Juniper, MSPP, MPLS, SDH/SONET, and optical transport networks. The position also utilizes Solarwinds and JIRA for incident management and documentation. This role addresses the critical problem of maintaining maximum network availability for GIG capabilities and services provided to national security organizations. Candidates must possess a Top Secret clearance and knowledge of both Transport and IP network topologies.

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Skills

Cisco Juniper MPLS SDH/SONET Optical Transport Network MSPP Routing SolarWinds JIRA Office Change Management Incident Management LAN Maintenance Security+

What you'll do

Configure and analyze customer circuits across optical/electro-optical multiplexers, routers, and switches.
Perform real-time circuit redesigns to restore connectivity during scheduled and unscheduled outages.
Monitor network alarms proactively using platform-specific management tools.
Execute change management tasks including hardware replacement and software configurations.
Document all aspects of outages, isolations, and resolutions in incident management applications.
Identify and recommend resolutions for network incidents involving routers, switches, and crypto devices.
Manage technical issues across various technologies including MPLS, SDH/SONET, and optical transport networks.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree and less than 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold a DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) prior to start date.
Must have an active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
Ability to work in a 24x7 shift work environment.
General understanding of both Transport and IP network topologies.
Experience with circuit actions, vendor experience, or IP/Transport architecture (preferred).
Experience with Solarwinds, JIRA, or MS Office suite (preferred).
Experience in Telco NOC, alarm surveillance, fault management, or change management (preferred).