Network Operations Specialist

Description Unleash Your Potential with Leidos Join Leidos to confront the most challenging technical obstacles and enhance your career at an unprecedented pace. Unlock your unique talents while making a significant impact on critical national security missions that support Air Force ISR operations. The Opportunity As our Network Operations Specialist, you will take charge of the comprehensive design, deployment, and maintenance of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN). Your expertise will be vital in ensuring the smooth operation of voice, data, and video systems. Stay ahead of future demands and drive innovation by embracing the latest technologies, while also influencing network security standards and protocols. What You'll Do Design, implement, and maintain secure network domains, including SIPRNET and NIPRNET. Manage user accounts, network storage, authentication servers, and their privileges. Oversee C4I infrastructure, encompassing cryptologic hardware, fiber communications, and port configurations. Produce and regularly update network maps, logical paths, and perform rekeying of critical devices. Support IT helpdesk operations, troubleshoot user and network issues, and maintain domain integrity. Deliver multimedia, VTC, and AV support to military, civilian, and contractor personnel. Implement necessary security patches, lead contingency planning and recovery efforts, and investigate malware incidents. Plan for and execute hardware installations, OS upgrades, and application rollouts. Resolve network and VoIP security and configuration issues in compliance with established standards. Conduct feasibility studies and detailed analyses to address unique mission-critical challenges. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or a combination of additional experience and advanced certifications in lieu of a degree. Active TS/SCI clearance with the capacity to pass a polygraph after employment. Demonstrated experience in managing complex classified and unclassified networks. Hands-on expertise with TCNO patches and network security protocols. Required certifications: DOD 85701-M IAT Level II, CompTIA Security+. Preferred Qualifications: Current polygraph certification. Proficiency with Cisco and Juniper hardware, SolarWinds, and Junos Space. Experience with applying STIGs and deploying Cisco ISE. Familiarity with VMware Component Protection (VMCP) and PowerShell DHCP for DoD networks. Desirable certifications: JNCIA-Junos, JNCIS-ENT, CCNA. Advanced skills in VoIP troubleshooting and deployment. Ready to transform national security networks? We invite you to apply and be part of a team where your expertise not only accelerates your growth but also fortifies our nation's defenses. At Leidos, we embrace those who don’t simply 'fit the mold'—we want individuals who can redefine it. This position is tailored for the driven, the inquisitive, and those who are always asking, 'what's next?' If you find yourself planning step 20 while the rest are still considering step 2, you'll thrive with us. Original Posting:

October 15, 2025 For 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:

$112,450.00 - $203,275.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is provided as a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation. Factors influencing an offer include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, and applicable laws.