Network & Systems Engineer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Fort Belvoir, VA
Salary
$73,450–$132,775 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $103k
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This role pays less than 93% of similar roles. Most pay $129,575–$197,812 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $103k versus about $164k for comparable roles.

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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 340 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 294 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Network & Systems Engineer

The Network & Systems Engineer joins the I3TS program to provide advanced engineering and strategic systems analysis for a Department of War contract. This role serves as a primary technical authority responsible for analyzing, modifying, and managing enterprise IT server, storage, and network infrastructures across Unclassified, Secret, and Top-Secret networks. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing system analysis, documenting configurations, managing Active Directory services, and serving as an escalation authority for complex multi-system outages. The engineer will monitor global networks using SolarWinds, manage ServiceNow ITSM workflows, and provide executive briefings to mission partners. Required technical expertise includes proficiency in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls, system virtualization, and enterprise storage networks. Candidates must possess a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification and have experience in network design or IT operations management within a secure environment.

What you'll do

  • Analyze and modify enterprise IT server, storage, and network infrastructures to meet mission requirements.
  • Document and test network configurations, security protocols, and Active Directory services.
  • Serve as the escalation authority for complex multi-system outages and perform root-cause analysis.
  • Monitor global enterprise networks using DoD-approved tools like SolarWinds.
  • Manage technical issues via ServiceNow ITSM framework and provide remote or deskside troubleshooting.
  • Advise high-level mission partners and agencies on system vulnerabilities and operational impacts.
  • Author and present after-action reports and technical briefings to senior leadership.
  • Develop and enforce operational procedures, incident response workflows, and escalation protocols.

What we're looking for

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance at time of consideration.
  • BS degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related engineering field with 4-8 years of experience.
  • Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience in enterprise systems engineering, network design, or IT operations management.
  • High-level technical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Advanced understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls), system virtualization, and enterprise storage networks.
  • Proficiency in administering enterprise monitoring suites like SolarWinds, Active Directory architecture, and ITIL/ITSM frameworks.
  • Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or higher.

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