Network Engineer
Company: Leidos
Location: Abilene
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
?? Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Join the Leidos
Digital Modernization (DigiMod) team in accelerating information
technology in a changing world where we make a difference by
modernizing critical networks for our government and commercial
customers. ? ?At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through
the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to
our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our
communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on
a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people,
and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we
do business. ?Are you ready to challenge yourself with an
organization that encourages & supports career growth on an
enterprise-wide scale? Your greatest work is ahead! ? ?We are in
search of a Network Engineer to join our Agile Network Operations
Cell supporting Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command’s
(ACC) base readiness initiative. As a Network Engineer, you will be
the primary Base Area Network (BAN) technical expert for a regional
grouping of ACC bases representing Leidos with our government
customer as well as providing support to other ACC locations. This
position is responsible for providing expertise, guidance, and
execution support for LAN architecture design, sustainment and
system modernizations. Qualified candidates will have in depth
technical knowledge and extensive hands-on networking skills as
well as strong communication and ability to work as part of an
integrated government and contractor team. The effort supports the
ACC Headquarters, but support may be required at any of the
following locations: Abilene, TX; Tuscan, AZ; Alamogordo, NM;
Omaha, NE; Rapid City, SD; Grand Forks, ND; The candidate must be
able to travel. TRAVEL: 50% Clearance Requirements: Must be a US
Citizen and have at a minimum an Active Secret clearance. Primary
Responsibilities ? Provide overall network engineering support for
a broad range of programs including planning, designing, and
evaluating various components of the network. Provide
specifications for network architecture, identify technical
capability gaps, evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance
current capabilities, and perform needs assessments. Develop,
recommend, and implement approved network configurations according
to local change management processes Duties may include monitoring,
installation, cabling/wiring, modification, troubleshooting,
repairs and maintenance, testing and servicing of network equipment
?Draft and review technical documentation and communicate
requirements. ?Participate in testing to ensure requirements are
adequately met ?Develop and facilitate training of the operations
team on newly deployed equipment ??Support the project lifecycle
for infrastructure and technology changes ?Foster an environment of
collaboration with the government customer 3. Basic Qualifications.
BS degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters
with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience ?Additional years of
experience may be accepted in lieu of degree ?Experience with
designing, configuring, and troubleshooting Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks to include hardware
(switches, routers), software (operating system), network
management systems, network access control (NAC), quality of
service (QoS), network services (timing, logging, etc.), and
distribution systems (fiber and copper cables and infrastructure).
Experience with Network Administration, Network Security,
Networking Standards, Network Protocols, NIST/FISMA standards and
controls. Ability to write and verbally communicate complex
networking, security and risk-related concepts effectively to both
technical and non-technical audiences. ?Must have strong
problem-solving, analytical, communication and people skills
Experience in IPv4 and IPv6 implementation Experience with CCC/DNAC
and ISE Understanding of Zero Trust principles to include network
segmentation best practices and experience implementing C2C Must
possess one of the following certifications: ?SecurityX / CASP
?CCNA ?CCNP Security CEH ?GCED ?GCIA ?GCLD ?GDSA ?GFACT GICSP GSEC
Security SSCP ?Clearance Required: ? Must be a US Citizen and have
at a minimum an Active Secret clearance. Preferred Qualifications.
?Demonstrated experience with an Air Force or Department of War
Customer, and/or prior military experience Experience designing,
implementing, and managing SDN, virtualization, and SDA solutions
Experience implementing and/or using SIEM/SOAR platforms and other
networking tools to include Splunk, Solarwinds, and automation
tools Experience in network planning, design, and management
strategies for an enterprise Wireless LAN including advanced
wireless site surveying, security design, and troubleshooting of
Wireless LAN design and familiarity with wireless networking
components and management tools for Cisco and HPE wireless
solutions. Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework and the
government Authority to Operate process. 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: December 5, 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: Pay Range $92,300.00 -
$166,850.00 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.
Keywords: Leidos, San Angelo , Network Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Abilene, Texas
