Network Security Operations Specialist

Leidos

Actively hiring
9397 Hickam Air Force Base Hi Posted 69 days ago $92,300–$166,850 / year
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Leidos seeks a Network Specialist to join their mission-critical network operations team as a senior-level technical leader. This role involves providing advanced support for Juniper and Cisco systems, resolving complex issues in real-time, training operators, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure system security and stability. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of networking experience, an active DoD TS/SCI clearance, and proficiency with tools like iPerf and Wireshark. They should also possess strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to mentor others in technical and operational domains. This high-impact position focuses on maintaining large-scale WAN environments and enhancing network performance for mission-critical operations.

Skills

Juniper Cisco TCP/IP LAN WAN Wireshark iPerf Microsoft Office Suite DoD TS/SCI clearance Training and mentoring

What you'll do

  • Diagnose and resolve complex network issues affecting mission-critical systems.
  • Manage and maintain Juniper and Cisco networking systems for reliability.
  • Train and mentor operators to ensure they are mission-ready and capable.
  • Implement network changes and optimizations to enhance performance and stability.
  • Collaborate with Tier 3 engineering on deployment changes for production devices.

What we're looking for

  • Active DoD TS/SCI clearance and DoD 8140-compliant security certification (IAT/IAM Level III equivalent)
  • At least 6 years of networking experience with Juniper and Cisco systems
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, IP addressing, and subnetting; proficiency in troubleshooting LAN and large WAN environments
  • Proficiency with network tools such as iPerf and Wireshark
  • Ability to train and mentor personnel in technical and operational domains
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $160k
This role $130k
$80k most similar roles pay here $211k

This role pays less than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $135,650–$183,613 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $160k for comparable roles.

Based on 239 similar postings.

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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.

Leidos currently has 214 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 204 roles with salary data.

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