Develop, test, and deploy advanced SD-WAN policies for application traffic steering, quality of service (QoS), and security in collaboration with network architects.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical diagrams, and knowledge base articles for complex network configurations and troubleshooting techniques.
Assist in the evaluation, testing, and integration of new network technologies, software versions, and hardware platforms before enterprise-wide deployment.
Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline routine network monitoring, reporting, and configuration tasks.
Required Education and Experience
Requires a current Top Secret Security Clearance.
Requires BS degree with 8 + years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6 + years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain.
At least 3 years of direct in-depth experience with SD-WAN architecture, deployment, and management, including advanced policy creation and overlay/underlay troubleshooting.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent advanced certification.
Advanced SD-WAN certifications (e.g., Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise SD-WAN Implementation).
CompTIA Network+ / Security+
Required Skills
In depth hands-on experience with the design, implementation, and operation of complex WAN/LAN environments, including advanced routing (BGP, OSPF) and switching.
Extensive experience leading troubleshooting efforts with telecommunications providers for chronic or complex transport circuit issues (MPLS, Carrier Ethernet, 5G/LTE).
Demonstrate ability to perform root cause analysis (RCA) and develop long term solutions to recurring network problems.
Experience with network automation concepts and scripting is strongly desired.
Clearance Required
Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance at time of consideration.
ECNOMS
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Original Posting
October 14, 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 $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.
