Senior Network Administrator
Odenton, MD - USA
Job Summary
The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos has a career opening for a Senior Network Administrator on a DISA contract. This role is 100% on the customer site at Fort Meade MD. Administrator will provide support for assigned systems supporting Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS).
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works independently to perform configuration of assets to include switches load balancers routers and Firewalls
- Perform routine maintenance troubleshooting updates and implement security measures on Cisco Juniper and Dell network assets.
- Create and maintain system documentation configuration management and change management efforts accurately and timely
- Complete checklists and manage devices to mitigate cyber security controls and measures as required.
- Assist in the implementation of global projects for Network architecture upgrades by providing technical insight projected necessary actions timelines and resource availability
- Implement recurring security requirements on network devices
- Communicate with external partners to coordinate troubleshooting efforts where required.
- Utilize moderate System Administration skills in both Linux and Windows environments to navigate current systems while managing network assets.
- Provide architectural and topology recommendations where efficiencies can be made.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in a relevant technical discipline with 8 years of overall related experience or additional years of experience will suffice in lieu of degree
- Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret with SCI.
- At least 3 years Linux and/or Windows familiarity
- Currently possess DoD 8140 certification supporting Network Operations Specialist (e.g. SEC CEH etc.)
- Currently possess CCNA/CCNP or equivalent OR the ability to obtain the certification within 90 days of start date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Integration of Network Management (NM) and Element Management (EM) systems with network performance trouble ticketing and security subsystems highly desired.
- Experience with a ticketing system such as BM Service Now ITSM or Remedy.
- ITIL v3 Foundation certified
- Experience working with virtual environments.
GSMO
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Original Posting:
August 5 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.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $92300.00 - $166850.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.