Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
- Active DoD Secret security clearance; eligible to obraint and maintain Top Secret clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent blend of education and experience)
- 2–4 years of direct experience designing, implementing, administering, or troubleshooting network infrastructure in a classified or secret environment
- Design, configuration, and maintenance of routed/switched networks (routers, switches, Layer 2/3 infrastructure)
- Proficiency with core networking protocols: OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, LACP, QoS
- Network security fundamentals: ACLs, firewall policies, encryption (TLS/IPSec), zero-trust principles, secure configuration hardening
- Familiarity with network monitoring/analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump, SolarWinds, NetFlow, PRTG, or equivalent)
- Basic automation/scripting: Python, Bash, or Ansible for config management or repetitive tasks
- Active CompTIA Security+, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
- Ability to follow strict labeling, segmentation, and data-in-transit controls per NIST/DoD guidance
- Strong technical documentation habits (change logs, network diagrams, SOPs)
- Ability to coordinate with cleared teammates, project managers, and security managers
- Clear written and oral communication; attention to detail; problem-solving under direction; teamwork in multi-disciplinary staffs
- DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Advanced certifications: CCNP, JNCIA-JUNOS, CISSP, CySA+, or vendor-specific expert-level credentials
- Experience with secure network architecture in SCIFs, Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities, or TEMPEST/EMSEC environments
- Hands-on expertise with zero-trust network access (ZTNA), software-defined networking (SDN), or network function virtualization (NFV)
- Proven track record configuring and managing firewalls, web application firewalls (WAF), or secure web gateways in classified settings
- Familiarity with automation at scale: Terraform, Puppet, Chef, or advanced Ansible playbooks for classified infrastructure
- Experience with network monitoring and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) tuned for high-security environments
- Ability to brief technical findings to cleared stakeholders and contribute to SOPs/process improvements
- Experience with interoperability testing between classified and unclassified networks (cross-domain solutions)
- Advanced scripting in Python/PowerShell for network diagnostics, configuration auditing, or data exfiltration prevention
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $88100.00 - $163700.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Skills Required
- Active DoD Secret security clearance; eligibility to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience
- 2-4 years of direct experience designing, implementing, administering, or troubleshooting network infrastructure in a classified or Secret environment
- Experience designing, configuring, and maintaining routed and switched networks, including routers, switches, and Layer 2/3 infrastructure
- Proficiency with OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, LACP, and QoS
- Knowledge of ACLs, firewall policies, TLS/IPSec encryption, zero-trust principles, and secure configuration hardening
- Familiarity with network monitoring and analysis tools such as Wireshark, tcpdump, SolarWinds, NetFlow, or PRTG
- Basic automation or scripting experience with Python, Bash, or Ansible
- Active CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire
- Ability to follow labeling, segmentation, and data-in-transit controls under NIST and DoD guidance
- Strong technical documentation skills, including change logs, network diagrams, and SOPs
- Ability to coordinate with cleared teammates, project managers, and security managers
- Clear written and oral communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
- DoD Top Secret clearance
- Advanced certification such as CCNP, JNCIA-JUNOS, CISSP, CySA+, or vendor-specific expert-level credentials
- Experience with secure network architecture in SCIF, TEMPEST, or EMSEC environments
- Experience with ZTNA, SDN, or NFV
- Experience configuring and managing firewalls, WAFs, or secure web gateways in classified settings
- Experience with Terraform, Puppet, Chef, or advanced Ansible playbooks for classified infrastructure
- Experience with network monitoring and IDS/IPS in high-security environments
- Ability to brief technical findings to cleared stakeholders and improve SOPs and processes
- Experience with interoperability testing between classified and unclassified networks or cross-domain solutions
- Advanced Python or PowerShell scripting for network diagnostics, configuration auditing, or data exfiltration prevention
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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