Network Security Operations Specialist
About The Position
Leidos is seeking a Network Specialist to support a high‑impact, undisclosed network operations program. In this role, you’ll be at the center of real‑time mission operations—supporting core network infrastructure, resolving complex technical issues, and strengthening operator readiness. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments and want your expertise to directly influence mission success, this is the opportunity to step up and lead. This position blends hands‑on technical work, operational leadership, and mentorship, making you a key force behind the reliability and performance of a mission‑essential network. As a technical leader on the operations floor, you’ll provide advanced network support, guide operators, and collaborate with engineering teams to keep mission systems secure, stable, and optimized. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where your expertise directly strengthens mission operations.
Requirements
- Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
- Current DoD 8140‑compliant security certification (IAT/IAM Level III equivalent)
- Ability to obtain required computing environment certification within 6 months
- At least 6 years of networking experience, with a focus on Juniper and Cisco systems
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, IP addressing, and subnetting
- Experience troubleshooting network issues across LAN and large WAN environments, including firewalls and network taps
- Proficiency with tools such as iPerf and Wireshark
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to respond quickly to real‑time dataflow issues
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to support complex technical environments
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with leadership and cross‑functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to train and mentor personnel in technical and operational domains
Nice To Haves
- Industry certifications (Juniper, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, etc.)
- Experience configuring and optimizing Juniper Session Smart Routers
- Experience with TACLANEs and network encryption devices
- Familiarity with mission‑environment operational support procedures
Responsibilities
- Serving as the primary network support specialist
- Diagnosing and resolving complex issues affecting systems and networks
- Managing and maintaining Juniper and Cisco networking systems
- Training and mentoring operators
- Partnering with program leadership to deliver updates, insights, and recommendations
- Implementing network changes and optimizations to improve performance and reliability
- Collaborating with Tier 3 engineering on deployment changes for production network devices
- Staying current on emerging technologies and best practices in networking and communications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
