Tier 2 Network Technician

Leidos

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

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This role pays less than 86% of similar roles. Most pay $114,525–$163,830 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $103k versus about $139k 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 426 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 344 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Tier 2 Network Technician

The Tier 2 Network Technician joins the Digital Modernization Sector to support computer data communications systems. This role involves providing design specifications, testing, and inspections for computer networks while planning and implementing upgrades. The technician will install and maintain client LAN/WAN devices, resolve incident tickets, and draft standard network change requests. Key responsibilities include supporting Tier III engineers with site surveys, performing configuration management, updating topology drawings, and conducting inventory. Required technical skills include Layer 1 and Layer 2 experience with CAT5, Fiber, and Serial cables, plus troubleshooting VLANs and Port Security. Candidates must know Cisco IOS, Juniper JUNOS, Brocade, and Foundry OS, while remaining familiar with OSPF, BGP, and MPLS. Proficiency with Visio, ServiceNow, and Confluence is also required to solve complex networking problems.

What you'll do

  • Install and maintain client LAN/WAN devices.
  • Respond to and resolve network incident tickets.
  • Draft and implement standard network change requests.
  • Support Tier III engineers with site surveys and equipment installation.
  • Perform configuration management by updating topology drawings and asset records.
  • Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Layer 2 switching including VLANs and Port Security.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a TS/SCI with Poly security clearance.
  • Must have 10 years of experience based on a combination of work history and education.
  • Must comply with Department of Defense (DoD) 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2.
  • Must have knowledge of TCP/IP and the OSI model.
  • Must have working knowledge of basic routing fundamentals.
  • Must have Layer 1 and Layer 2 network experience (CAT5, SM/MM Fiber, Serial cables, SFP).
  • Must be able to configure and troubleshoot layer 2 switching (VLANs, Port Security, Thin Configs).
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

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