Network Engineer

Company: Leidos
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Description


Job Description:


Job Description


We are looking for a junior to mid-level network engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA. The team is made-up of highly technical and motivated individuals. The engineer for this role will assist in troubleshooting complex problems and implementing cutting-edge solutions. As such, this individual must be an excellent problem solver and work well in a collaborative team environment. Candidate must have proven hands-on experience working as a network engineer. OCONUS experience is desired.


The program is made up of CONUS and OCONUS teams who regularly interact across varying time zones. As a result, the engineer must have excellent communication skills and be flexible with regards to teamwork and multitasking. A demonstrated ability to perform in cross-functional teams in order to achieve results in a timely manner is desired.


Job Duties & Responsibilities


Install, configure, and troubleshoot network appliances (routers, switches, and firewalls)

Monitor entire network infrastructure (LAN & WAN) and provide regular reporting

Collaborates with Chief Network Engineer on network optimization

Ensure network uptime, performance, and security

Document and enforce network standards

Manage and maintain IP addressing schema

Travel OCONUS as needed

Maintain network lab in Chantilly, VA

Perform other tasks as directed by Chief Network Engineer


Requirements


University degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related subject

8+ years relevant work experience -additional experience in lieu of degree considered

Active/current basic CCNA certification

Solid understanding of OSI or TCP/IP model

Hands-on experience with network monitoring, network diagnostics, and network analytics tools

Experience configuring/troubleshooting Cisco appliances

Experience configuring/troubleshooting routing and switching, including routing protocols

Experience writing scripts for Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls

Ability to work well individually, as well as within a team environment, and maintain professional behavior with all stakeholders at all times.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and climb up to 30 ft.


Additional Desired Qualifications


CCNA/CCNP Security certification

Experience working with Cisco ASA/Firepower and Juniper SRX appliances

Experience implementing and troubleshooting ipsec vpn tunnels

Deep understanding of networking protocols, i.e., IPSEC, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS

Experience installing and troubleshooting iDirect VSATs

Experience using Solarwinds Performance Monitor and Configuration Manager

Experience implementing and troubleshooting AWS

Experience implementing and troubleshooting VoIP & PBX systems

Experience implementing and troubleshooting Asterisk


Pay Range:

Pay Range $84,500.00 - $130,000.00 - $175,500.00


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.

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