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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Lorton, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1Q, Border Gateway Protocol, Fault Tolerance, Monitoring of Systems, Networking Hardware, Local Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Juniper, Data Center Networking, Cisco
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/network-engineer-lorton-va-usa-58857572

## About the Role

to and track deployment progress * Design and implement LANs, WANs, and Data Center networks * Troubleshoot network issues to maintain performance and security * Maintain deployment documentation and conduct site readiness surveys * Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and deployment staff * Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Tasks * Active TS/SCI clearance * Bachelor's degree in technology related field with 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience * Solid routing and switching experience (Cisco, Juniper) * Deep knowledge of L2/L3 protocols (TCP/IP, iBGP, eBGP, OSPF, VLANs, 802.1q, LAG) * Experience with network management and monitoring tools * Proven leadership and cross-functional project management experience * Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills * Ability to work on both classified and unclassified networks * Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements Key aaaaaaa
Tasks * Roth 401k with company matching * stock driven investment options

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will lead end-to-end network deployment across multiple sites for DHS-related environments. You will work with cross-functional teams to install, configure, and validate network hardware and software, while ensuring design and security best practices. The position focuses on delivering scalable, fault-tolerant LAN/WAN and data center networks on classified and unclassified networks. You will provide technical leadership and ensure compliance with standards, shaping secure and reliable network infrastructure for mission-critical workloads. Compensation / Benefits * Lead deployment of network solutions across geographic locations, delivering on time and within scope/budget * Oversee installation, configuration, and testing of routers, switches, and firewalls * Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth deployment and integration * Ensure redundancy, scalability, and fault-tolerance in network designs * Create project plans, manage timelines, and track deployment progress * Design and implement LANs, WANs, and Data Center networks * Troubleshoot network issues to maintain performance and security * Maintain deployment documentation and conduct site readiness surveys * Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and deployment staff * Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Tasks * Active TS/SCI clearance * Bachelor's degree in technology related field with 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience * Solid routing and switching experience (Cisco, Juniper) * Deep knowledge of L2/L3 protocols (TCP/IP, iBGP, eBGP, OSPF, VLANs, 802.1q, LAG) * Experience with network management and monitoring tools * Proven leadership and cross-functional project management experience * Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills * Ability to work on both classified and unclassified networks * Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements Key requirements * Roth 401k with company matching * stock driven investment options


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