Network Engineer

Leidos

$73K — $132K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience, or master's degree + 3 years experience, or 10 years hands-on Network Engineering experience without a degree
  • Expertise in secure network design and configuration
  • Experience with performance monitoring tools
  • Strong ability to optimize network systems
  • IAT Level I certification (DoD 8570.01-M compliant)
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Responsibilities

  • Architect and deploy secure, high-performance network solutions
  • Administer and troubleshoot LANs
  • Monitor and optimize data flow
  • Capture and analyze network performance data
  • Configure front-end and back-end system communication
  • Collaborate on network design and architecture
  • Translate performance metrics into system requirements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee wellness programs
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work schedules
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to help design, build, and fine-tune the backbone of our mission-critical systems. If you're passionate about performance, security, and seamless connectivity, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Architect and deploy secure, high-performance network solutions
  • Keep our LANs running smoothly with hands-on administration and troubleshooting
  • Monitor and optimize dataflow to reduce latency and boost throughput
  • Capture and analyze network performance data to drive improvements
  • Configure and integrate front-end and back-end systems for seamless communication
  • Collaborate on mission-driven network designs and architecture
  • Translate performance metrics into actionable system requirements


Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree + 5 years of experience, or master's degree + 3 years of experience, or no degree + 10 years of hands-on Network Engineering experience
  • Solid grasp of secure network design, configuration, and maintenance
  • Experience with performance monitoring tools and data analysis
  • Ability to optimize complex systems for speed and reliability
  • IAT Level I certification (DoD 8570.01-M compliant)
  • Clearance Requirement - Active TS/SCI with polygraph


Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience in classified or mission-critical environments
  • Familiarity with enterprise-scale architecture and secure communications
  • Strong troubleshooting instincts and a proactive mindset
  • Comfort working independently and collaboratively under pressure
  • Clear, concise documentation and communication skills
  • A passion for making networks faster, smarter, and more secure.


Original Posting:
April 29, 2026

Pay Range:
Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

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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