Communications Network Engineer

More About the Role:
NGEN is the largest IT services program for the Navy. Under the Service Management, Integration, and Transport (SMIT) portion of NGEN, the Leidos team will deliver the core backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity services, network operations, service desk, and data transport. Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its shore-based networks and data management to improve capability and service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts under one enterprise network.

At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse IT and Engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.

Leidos is seeking a Communications Network Engineer to support Fallon, NV as one of the key members of the Field Services team. The candidate will be responsible for overall network engineering support for a broad range of programs including planning, designing, and evaluating various components. Duties may include providing specifications for network architecture, evaluating, and recommending new technologies to enhance current capabilities, and performing needs assessments. Support level duties may include monitoring, installation, modification, testing and servicing of network equipment. Address the waterfront surge requirements and unique needs of COMPACFLT regional maintenance projects. The Contractor shall provide professional services to include the delivery of, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, de-installation, and movement of network connectivity and equipment. Set/deconflict service task priorities. Report any service delivery concerns to the contractor's identified Project Manager so that the contractor can take corrective action as required.

The work location for this position will be at a government site and will require the ability to:
Lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to 100 feet at a time; must be able to lift 25 lbs. vertically using ladders.
Work in confined spaces, such as raised floors or communications closets; noisy environments, such as data centers and operations centers; and be able to stand or sit for 8 hours at a time.
Utilize basic hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches while rack mounting active and passive equipment using small screws and brackets.
Identify different colors of wires and cables; correctable vision to 20/20 or better so you can see objects and information displayed in schematics, test equipment, computer monitors and digital test equipment.
Judge distance between objects to work safely on ladders and in confined spaces.
Drive personal or corporate vehicle (depending on availability) to different locations to work on projects and troubleshoot; valid state license required.

What You'll Get to Do:
Ability to access all necessary communication closets and configure and deploy network equipment within the Area of Responsibility (AOR) listed.
Knowledgeable in changing VLANs on network port configurations, to assist in deploying network devices across the base.
Capability of analyzing and defining network requirements.
Ability to define and maintain network architecture and infrastructure.
Ability to configure and optimize network servers, hubs, routers, and switches.
Ability to pull switch activity logs, as well as switch capacity reports.
Make recommendations to clean up or upgrade communication closets, for streamlining switch and patch panel matrixes, and can make the recommended changes on the switch and un-patch ports on unused equipment.
Perform port activation, deactivation, and logical moves on switches, in support of emergent MAC moves.
Ability to engage and escalate problems the SMIT Network Operations and/or Command Center for support for incidents/problems exceeding their capabilities or networking privileges.
Ability to install, test, maintain, and upgrade network operating systems software; and/or ensure the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of network services.
Use Service Manager to provide monthly activity reports on tracking of trouble calls, outages, port problems and resolutions, and routine maintenance pertaining to operations.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:
HS diploma with 5+ years of prior relevant experience.
Valid DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher Certification, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
Must demonstrated expertise in IT Enterprise Operations and Network Operations.
Experience with Microsoft Windows OS, version 10.
Experience with HP Service Manager, Remedy, or similar Service/Help Desk ticket management software.
Advanced network troubleshooting skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
Organized and detail-oriented.
Self-motivated/ self-directing.
Strong collaboration, prioritization, and adaptability skills required. Relationship building.
Ability to manage and prioritize own work, and that of their team.
Independent decision making.
Analytical thinking; thinking out of the box.
Ability to effectively communicate with all organizational levels (SME to Senior Management).
Ability to analyze problems at various levels (e.g. detail level, overall organizational impact, etc.).

Pay Range: $36.00 - $39.00/hourly rate.

NGEN

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Original Posting:
March 10, 2026

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 -

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.