Project Network Engineer

Leidos • Camp Springs, MD

5d • $107,900 - $195,050 • Onsite

About The Position

The Leidos Defense Group has an exciting career opportunity for an experienced Project Network Engineer at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. This role involves providing technical leadership and support in IT planning, solution specification/design, implementation, and target architecture development. The position supports the 844th Communications Group across three locations: Joint Base Anacostia Bolling (JBAB), Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and the Pentagon, serving the Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) and Headquarters Air Force (HAF) customers on NIPRNet and SIPRNet domains. Candidates should possess knowledge of information technology and commercial solutions, experience designing and developing technical solutions, excellent communication skills, a strong customer service orientation, and experience advising Chief Architects and senior IT managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 6+ years of experience (additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree).
• Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Active CompTIA Security + or CCNP Security certification (8140 Compliance).
• Active CCNA Certification (8140 Compliance).
• Strong background in network architecture design, including developing end-to-end infrastructure solutions.
• Experience in evaluating and recommending new networking technologies and tools.
• Experience documenting network architectures, diagrams, procedures, and operational baselines.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity practices and risk management, especially at OSI Layers 1-3.
• Proven track record of developing technical solutions that require collaboration and deep analysis.
• Ability to work independently on high-impact projects or processes with minimal supervision.
• Experience with network design and implementation in federal, DoD, or other regulated environments.
• Familiarity with network accreditation processes (e.g., RMF, STIGs, DoD 8500 series compliance).
• Knowledge of COOP/DR (Continuity of Operations/Disaster Recovery) networking considerations.
• Familiarity with SDN (Software Defined Networking).
• Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).
• Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of protocols, security standards, and design principles for OSI 1-4.
• Experience with Cisco technologies such as Cisco Catalyst Center (FKA DNAC) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
• Experience evaluating and recommending new network technologies to improve system capabilities.
• Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
• Solid understanding and operational experience with routing and switching technologies and protocols.
• Experience managing networking hardware including routers, switches, and load balancers.
• Practical experience in network administration and network security best practices.
• Familiarity with RSA Authentication.
• Familiarity with load balancer setup and management to optimize traffic distribution.
• Experience in network monitoring, testing, and performance optimization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working with cross-functional and client-facing teams.

Responsibilities

• Researching, building, designing, and diagramming end-to-end network solutions related to assigned projects.
• Providing specifications for network architecture design.
• Evaluating and performing assessments of current infrastructure to ensure solutions meet customer requirements.
• Conducting proof of concepts and/or recommending hardware/software purchases in support of new technologies to improve the environment.
• Conducting Site Surveys when needed.
• Serving as the Lead Network Engineer on assigned projects.
• Developing detailed network designs and architectures that align with Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
• Working closely with system engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Staying updated on DoD policies and best practices related to network security and design.
• Maintaining accurate documentation of network configurations, installations, and changes.
• Overseeing the installation and configuration of network equipment, including routers, switches, taclanes and firewalls.
• Designing full scale network solutions to include but not limited to switches, routers, taclanes, F5 Load Balancers, IP Management, VPNs, DHCP, Firewalls etc.
• Utilizing Visio to create, maintain and/or modify diagrams in support of assigned projects i.e., block, wiring, workflow, database, application diagrams etc.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable network security protocols, including 802.1x, DOD STIGs, SRGs and other accreditation standards.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate network infrastructure with broader IT and cybersecurity systems.
• Conducting thorough testing of network systems to ensure functionality, performance, and security compliance.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues that arise during installation and testing phases.
• Collaborating with procurement teams to identify and source network hardware and software that meet project specifications.

Benefits

• Leidos offers a competitive compensation package.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior