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# Network Engineer SME

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Odenton, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $116,350.0 - $210,325.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Routing, Network Segmentation, Ansible, SAP Sales and Distribution, Wireless Networks, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Cloud Platform System, Software Troubleshooting, Reliability of Systems, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco Switches, Network Optimization
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7777add88de9f469

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of related experience; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
 * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required prior to start (Security+ CE or equivalent).
 * Enterprise network modernization and migration experience
 * Experience supporting large-scale transformation or integration efforts
 * Strong troubleshooting, implementation, and operational support background
 * Experience working in multi-vendor enterprise environments
 * Customer-facing engineering and technical coordination experience
 * Ability to support cross-functional engineering teams in dynamic operational environments
 * Experience integrating enterprise networking with cloud-based infrastructure and services
 * Understanding of hybrid cloud networking concepts and secure connectivity architectures
 * Experience supporting network segmentation, access control, and identity-based networking solutions
 * Enterprise wireless migration planning and execution

Desired Additional Skills

 * Experience in one or more of the following:
 * Aruba ClearPass
 * Cisco Catalyst Center (DNAC/CAT-C) / SD-Access
 * SGTs (Security Group Tags) / Microsegmentation
 * Comply to Connect (C2C)
 * Azure Virtual Networks (VNETs)
 * Azure VPN Gateway / ExpressRoute
 * Azure Firewall / NSGs
 * Hybrid cloud connectivity and routing
 * Cloud network security and segmentation
 * Network automation and scripting
 * Python, Ansible, or Infrastructure-as-Code experience
 * Multi-site network deployment and operational support

## Description

The Defense Enclave Services contract will unify the DoD Fourth Estate Defense Agencies and Field Activities' (DAFAs) common use information technology systems, personnel, functions, and program elements under the direction of DISA's Fourth Estate Network Optimization program office. It will unify the DAFAs on a common, modernized network architecture, DoDNet, to provide mission services focused on enhanced user experience, improved security, and network reliability.

Primary Skill Areas (must have ONE)

 * Aruba Wireless
 * Cisco Wireless
 * Cisco ISE
 * Azure Cloud


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