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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Site Lead / Systems & Networks Lead - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** Odenton, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $131,300.0 - $237,350.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Databases, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Networking Hardware, Python (Programming Language), Oracle (Applications), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Requirements Analysis, SQL Databases, Network Routing, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Vmware - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9085761/site-lead-systems-networks-lead ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10+ years of professional experience; or 8+ years of professional experience with a related Master's degree. * Active TS/SCI security clearance * Current Security+ or SecurityX certification, or equivalent certifications/credentials in compliance with DoD 8140 at the Systems Administrator, Intermediate level. * Experience in architecture, design, develop, and delivery of data driven operations capabilities, within a DoD environment. * 3+ years of management and supervisory experience * 3+ years of experience with network engineering fundamentals, including virtualization - foundational knowledge of VMWare and/or Omnissa Horizon required * 2+ years of project planning experience * 2+ years of risk management or change management experience * Experience in both Windows and Linux/RHEL OS systems * Experience working with a highly technical team and in a dynamic, fast-paced environment * Demonstrated experience drafting and delivering communications to senior leadership and a variety of internal and external stakeholders - strong written and verbal communication skills are required to collaborate with customer representatives, domain experts, systems engineers and architects * Ability to work well/collaborate with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience, * Understanding of network routing devices and network device configurations * Understanding of ITIL foundation or ITIL certified * Experience with OS scripting (perl, python, shell) * Experience with Databases (SQL, Oracle) & DB migrations ## Description * Perform Leidos supervisory duties for a team of 10-15 personnel- manage subordinates' performance, including regular check-ins and annual reviews; validate and approve time-charging for Leidos and vendor personnel; provide coaching and mentoring as necessary * Data gathering, Requirements Definition, Use Case Development, Gap Analysis, Functional Specification, Test Plans, and Design Specification * Execution of engineering activities, requirements analysis, implementation planning, third party coordination, integration and test, documentation, deployment, and system assessment. * Employing SE approach for systems planning, design, execution, and sustainment. * Assisting in defining processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility * Assisting in the development and maintenance of systems engineering documentation and diagrams/models through use of SE tool. * Identifying and managing related project task dependencies, risks & possible mitigations. * Collaborating with colleagues to monitor and report technical variances; facilitating resolution of technical issues that adversely impact successful product delivery * Reporting the technical status of product development to assigned leads on a consistent basis. * Identifying and managing external dependencies. * Estimating level of effort (hrs/days/resources) to outline & update a projected project schedule. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)