Leonardo DRS

Information Technology Engineer II - Network

Leonardo DRS$83K — $108K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in network engineering and IT infrastructure
  • Hands-on experience with network administration, VLAN configuration, and Linux systems
  • Knowledge of network security best practices and segmentation strategies
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across network, server, and workstation environments
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure including switches, routers, and firewalls
  • Manage VLAN segmentation for appropriate traffic isolation
  • Install and administer Linux servers and workstations
  • Monitor network and system performance, addressing issues rapidly
  • Maintain network security, including access controls and patching
  • Provide IT support to engineering and program teams
  • Document network configurations and standard operating procedures

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
  • Flexible work schedule with 9/80 program
  • Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
  • Parental leave benefits and community service hours
Full Job Description
Job ID: 115293

Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies
Location: Germantown, MD

Relocation: Not Available
Career Functional Area: Engineering
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st

About the Role

We're hiring an Information Technology Engineer Level II - Network to design, deploy, and maintain the network and IT infrastructure supporting our engineering, lab, and program environments. You'll take ownership of network architecture, segmentation, and Linux-based systems that keep our teams and test environments running reliably and securely.

What You'll Do

Design & Maintain Infrastructure
  • Design, configure, and maintain enterprise and lab network infrastructure, including switches, routers, and firewalls
  • Design and manage VLAN segmentation to isolate lab, program, and enterprise traffic appropriately
  • Install, configure, and administer Linux servers and workstations supporting engineering and test environments
  • Monitor network and system performance, troubleshooting outages and degradations quickly
  • Maintain network security posture, including access controls, segmentation, and patching

Support Programs & Users
  • Provide network and IT support to engineering, test, and program teams
  • Document network architecture, configurations, and standard operating procedures
  • Support integration and test labs with networked test environments and connectivity
  • Evaluate and recommend network/IT hardware, software, and services


What You'll Do

Collaborate
  • Communicate clearly with engineering, program management, and IT security stakeholders on network status, risks, and changes
  • Provide schedule and cost input for network/IT infrastructure projects
  • Support audits and compliance requirements related to network security
  • Attend engineering, customer, and business meetings as required


What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in network engineering and IT infrastructure
  • Hands-on experience with network administration, VLAN configuration, and Linux systems
  • Working knowledge of network security best practices and segmentation strategies
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across network, server, and workstation environments
  • Ability to work independently and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment

The salary range for this position is $83,552.00/year-$108,618.00/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

About Leonardo DRS

Leonardo DRS is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture that rewards performance. For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com.
Learn more about Leonardo DRS
Size
11,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+55.7%
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