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The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector has a career opportunity for a Network Engineer SME to join our dynamic DES (Defense Enclave Services) team supporting DISA at Fort Meade, MD on a hybrid basis.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Must hold an active Secret security clearance prior to start and be able to obtain a Top Secret. (US Citizenship required)
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
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
Core Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and 8+ 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
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:May 19, 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 8+ years of related experience
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required before start
- Enterprise network modernization and migration experience
- Experience supporting large-scale transformation efforts
- Strong troubleshooting and implementation skills
- Multi-vendor enterprise environment experience
- Customer-facing engineering experience
- Support for cross-functional engineering teams
- Integrating enterprise networking and cloud infrastructure
- Understanding of hybrid cloud networking concepts
- Experience with network segmentation and identity-based solutions
- Enterprise wireless migration experience
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
