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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** Orlando, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $116,350.0 - $210,325.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Cyber Security, System Configuration, DevOps, Network Troubleshooting, Linux System Administration, Network Architecture, Network Installation Services, Ansible, Wide Area Networks, Scripting, Juniper, Information Technology, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9083222/senior-network-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related discipline with 12+ years of related experience. Additional experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement. * US Citizen; Currently possessing an active DoD Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to a TS/SCI clearance upon hire. * Experience mentoring technical staff on IPTs and cross-functional teams. * Demonstrated ability to influence development of solutions supporting strategic program goals. * Knowledge of network engineering, network architecture, and network automation tools (Ansible, scripting, coding). * Experience configuring, activating, testing, analyzing, and troubleshooting network systems. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, collaboration abilities, and team-building experience. Preferred Qualifications * Master's degree with 10+ years related experience. * Prior experience supporting US Air Force or DoD programs. * SD-WAN expertise and/or relevant certifications (Juniper or Cisco). * Experience with Linux systems administration. * Familiarity with Agile methodologies. * Experience working/testing within commercial cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and DevOps tools. * Experience with cybersecurity methodologies. * Current and Active TS/SCI clearance. ## Description We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support our ABMS DI Network Manager (DINM) program located in Orlando, FL. This role is part of a team supporting the Department of the Air Force's Air Battle Management System and its associated infrastructure. The Senior Network Engineer will provide hands-on support for core network infrastructure, including troubleshooting, on-site assistance, and driving improvement through requirements and engineering expertise., * Provide Network Engineering support for the design, documentation, implementation, maintenance, and operation of an evolving network architecture. * Guide and support network deployments, including provisioning and process optimization. * Serve as the primary manager of the code base associated with deployments. * Mentor and provide cross-functional training to team members. * Manage SD-WAN architecture, including operational and security updates. * Lead planning and coordination of network system upgrades at CONUS and OCONUS field sites. * Coordinate with the C2NSOC DI-Network Manager Team Lead and chief engineer to manage issues and escalate as appropriate. * Deliver briefings and regular status updates to Program leadership on DI-Network activities. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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