Senior Network Engineer (Shift)

Leidos Holdings Inc

Annapolis Junction, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$92,300–$166,850 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Ansible, Cisco Network Systems, Cisco Switches, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Computer Operations, Computer Security, Cryptography, Firewalls, Hardware Configuration Management, Hardware Design, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Legal, Local Area Network (LAN), Mentoring, Network Access Control (NAC), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Design, Network Monitoring, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routers, Network Switching, Online Training, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reliability Engineering, Reporting Skills, Security Equipment, Security Patches, Security Software, Signal Intelligence (SIGINT), Splunk, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Presentation, VMWare, Web Analytics, Wide Area Network (WAN), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Annapolis Junction, MD
POSTED
1 day ago

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer in our Intelligence Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary:

Join our team supporting a cutting-edge Cyber program and make an impact by guiding the definition, implementation, and delivery of capability focused on Cyber Training systems. As a key player on our team, you will leverage your skills to provide expertise in large-scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations. Don't miss the opportunity to take your career to the next level and be part of an innovative and dynamic environment. Apply now!

Job Responsibilities:

This position REQUIRES Evening and Weekend shifts. The schedule would be as follows.

  • Friday and Saturday are 12 Hour Shifts from 8 PM to 8 AM
  • 2 Weekdays are 8-Hour Shifts from (12am to 8am, or 8am-4pm, or 4pm-12am) flexibility in choice, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Your Main Objective:

  • Provide network administration support for development, deployment, and problem identification and remediation of the enterprise network environment.
  • Ensure maximum system uptime and rapidly respond to hardware and software failures.
  • Monitor and correct network issues, maintain security patches, software and hardware.
  • Provide analysis on existing network and server configurations and implement system enhancements and upgrades.
  • Communicate with users and publish status of any system outages, as needed.
  • Prepare technical reports and briefings to provide status to leadership.
  • Examine system data and implement enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
  • Support system installations and upgrades for networks and servers (hardware and software).
  • Execute the process for managing information assurance vulnerability alerts (IAVAs) and system security scanning for equipment suites in accordance with the System Security Plans

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology or similar, and eight (8) or more years of experience in a relevant field (Network Administration/Engineering) or a Master of Science degree with six (6) years or prior relevant experience.
  • Experience in analysis, diagnosis and troubleshooting of routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Experience with Network Hardware Design and Configuration, Network Troubleshooting, and Network Performance Tuning.
  • Experience with configuring, managing, and implementing network access control Lists.
  • Experience with Cisco switching and WAN/LAN technologies
  • Experience with VMWare NSX-T virtual networking.
  • Possess strong analytic abilities and must be meticulous in their work.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience providing direct assistance to users.
  • A self-starter capable of working proficiently independently as well as within a team environment.

Security Clearance requirement:

  • Possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance to be considered for this role.

Certification Requirement:

  • IAT level II or level III certified (Security +, CCNA Security, CSA+, GIC SP, GSEC, SSCP).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with mentoring or managing a team of engineers.
  • Familiar with configuring network devices utilizing Python and Ansible.
  • Experience with enterprise network management tools such as SolarWinds, Cisco Smartnet, Splunk, or similar technologies.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you - apply today!

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Original Posting:

June 30, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About the Company

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Leidos Holdings Inc

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions. We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2013
WEBSITE
https://jobs.saic.com/