Our customer, the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), provides, operates, and assures command and control of the Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of Defense (DoD) and national security organizations. This position directly supports DISA-provided capabilities and services.
The Leidos Digital Sector/Global Solutions Management-Operations II (GSMO-II) contract has an IMMEDIATE NEED for a Technical Program Support Engineer in Fort Meade, MD. The Engineer will leverage Subject Matter Expert (SME) level expertise to provide program integration, sustainment, and management support.
Responsibilities:
- Synchronize and coordinate activities with external teams, providing evaluation and feedback on all coordination efforts.
- Coordinate work across internal and external stakeholder teams, documenting outcomes, assessing progress, and communicating feedback.
- Maintain active coordination with project stakeholders, tracking dependencies and incorporating evaluations and feedback into ongoing activities.
- Develop troubleshooting and support-system training for network administrators and operators.
- Create concise quick-start guides and training materials for mission partners and end users.
- Support formal change management activities and participate in applicable configuration control boards.
- Assess, prototype, and test emerging technologies for potential integration into the DISN environment and future capability enhancements.
- Plan and conduct verification and validation activities for the deployment, installation, and operational transition of network infrastructure and supporting enterprise tools.
- Identify opportunities to improve network performance and provide sound technical recommendations to the program engineering team.
- Research, assess, and validate emerging technologies for potential incorporation into program system capabilities.
- Conduct testing, verification, and validation activities supporting infrastructure deployment, installation, and transition into operational service.
- Administer and sustain laboratory components at DISA Fort Meade, including patching, baseline management, system maintenance, and lifecycle support.
Core Qualifications:
- Requires BS in Engineering (or a related discipline) and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience. May consider work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Experience performing requirements analysis
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong customer relation skills
- Clearance: US Secret clearance required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting, or strong familiarity with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) networks and services.
- Experience with ITIL service delivery concepts and best practices.
- Experience with change, configuration and performance management NetOps concepts.
- Experience with network layered encryption topologies and methodologies.
- Familiarity with system security, design, and architecture.
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Original Posting:September 2, 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 in Engineering or a related discipline and 12-15 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and 10-13 years of relevant experience; equivalent work experience may substitute for education
- Experience performing requirements analysis
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong customer relationship skills
- U.S. Secret security clearance
- Experience supporting or familiarity with DISA networks and services
- Experience with ITIL service delivery concepts and best practices
- Experience with change, configuration, and performance management NetOps concepts
- Experience with network layered encryption topologies and methodologies
- Familiarity with system security, design, and architecture
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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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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.
