Senior Network Solutions Engineer

Leidos Holding$131K — $237K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering or related field with 12-15 years relevant experience or Masters with 10-13 years; work experience may substitute for education.
  • Proficiency in network systems engineering methodologies.
  • Ability to create architecture diagrams.
  • Experience in performing requirements analysis in a technical environment.
  • Self-starter with both independent and collaborative work capabilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong customer relation abilities.
  • Must have a US Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with leadership team to establish program-level engineering architecture.
  • Utilize engineering methodologies for designing new enhancements to operational capabilities.
  • Advise on network optimization and provide tailored design recommendations.
  • Define system requirements for emerging capabilities.
  • Develop and maintain accurate infrastructure documentation, including network diagrams.
  • Prepare and deliver technical updates on system integration and operational progress.
  • Generate and manage comprehensive reports and meeting materials for technical discussions.

Benefits

  • Access to training and development programs for career advancement.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
Full Job Description
Our customer, the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), provides, operates, and assures command and control of the Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of Defense (DoD) and national security organizations. This position directly supports DISA-provided capabilities and services.

The Leidos Digital Sector/Global Solutions Management-Operations II (GSMO-II) contract has an opening for a Senior Network Solutions Engineer in Fort Meade, MD. The Engineer will leverage Subject Matter Expert (SME) level expertise to help ensure secure, reliable, and uninterrupted availability of deployed Department of Defense IP network capabilities.

Responsibilities:
  • Work with the program leadership team to define program-level architecture and engineering needs.
  • Apply system knowledge and engineering methodologies to help design new capabilities and enhancements to the operational baseline
  • Advise the program engineering team on network optimization opportunities and provide design recommendations.
  • Define system requirements for new capabilities
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive infrastructure documentation, including accurate, current network diagrams and system architecture records.
  • Prepare and brief technical and programmatic updates related to system integration, implementation progress, and operational status.
  • Produce reports, presentation materials, baseline documentation, and meeting support materials for technical and leadership audiences.
  • Maintain authorized-user records, system configurations, and related operational documentation.
  • Generate routine and on-demand configuration management reports to support government oversight, compliance, and decision-making
  • Evaluate and test current and emerging technologies for integration into the network as new or enhanced capabilities.
  • Create/update end user documentation such as user guides


Core Qualifications:
  • Requires BS in Engineering (or a related discipline) and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience. May consider work experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with network systems engineering methodologies
  • Experience with architecture diagrams
  • Experience performing requirements analysis
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Strong customer relation skills
  • Clearance: US Secret clearance required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting or strong familiarity with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) networks and services.
  • Experience or familiarity with non-terrestrial network communication systems. Specifically pLEO (Proliferated Low Earth Orbit) or Low Earth Orbit (LEO) technologies.
  • Experience with network layered encryption topologies and methodologies.
  • Experience with ITIL service delivery concepts and best practices.
  • Experience with change, configuration and performance management NetOps concepts.
  • Experience with system security, design, and architecture.


Original Posting:
September 2, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

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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