Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer in our Intelligence Sector's, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management.
At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!
Job Summary:
Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to help design, build, and fine-tune the backbone of our mission-critical systems. If you're passionate about performance, security, and seamless connectivity, this is your chance to make a real impact.
Primary Responsibilities
- Architect and deploy secure, high-performance network solutions
- Keep our LANs running smoothly with hands-on administration and troubleshooting
- Monitor and optimize dataflow to reduce latency and boost throughput
- Capture and analyze network performance data to drive improvements
- Configure and integrate front-end and back-end systems for seamless communication
- Collaborate on mission-driven network designs and architecture
- Translate performance metrics into actionable system requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree + 5 years of experience, or master’s degree + 3 years of experience, or no degree + 10 years of hands-on Network Engineering experience
- Solid grasp of secure network design, configuration, and maintenance
- Experience with performance monitoring tools and data analysis
- Ability to optimize complex systems for speed and reliability
- IAT Level I certification (DoD 8570.01-M compliant)
- Clearance Requirement – Active TS/SCI with polygraph
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in classified or mission-critical environments
- Familiarity with enterprise-scale architecture and secure communications
- Strong troubleshooting instincts and a proactive mindset
- Comfort working independently and collaboratively under pressure
- Clear, concise documentation and communication skills
- A passion for making networks faster, smarter, and more secure.
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today
conmd
NSSPF
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:April 29, 2026For 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience or master's degree and 3 years of experience or no degree and 10 years of hands-on Network Engineering experience
- Solid grasp of secure network design, configuration, and maintenance
- Experience with performance monitoring tools and data analysis
- Ability to optimize complex systems for speed and reliability
- IAT Level I certification (DoD 8570.01-M compliant)
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Leidos and has not been reviewed or approved by Leidos.
-
Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
-
Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
-
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
Leidos Insights
What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
