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Network Design Engineer (DoD)

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $75.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, San Diego
Jul 12, 2025
We have an immediate need for a Senior Network Engineers with one of our largest customers. We are looking for Network Engineers that can join a very talent group of Network Architects. Must have strong Cisco design experience. Candidates with an active secret clearance will only be considered for this role. All Candidates must have their Security + CE certification. This individual will be able to sit 100% remote. BUT they must be able to get access to NAVY SIPR where they can report to site at least once a month to maintain SIPR access. JOB DUTIES * The Network Engineer will obtain requirements from the Leidos Network Architect and translate them into network (router and switch) configurations. * Then the engineer will put together a test plan for the configuration they designed * Along the way the engineer will verify that the solution they design will meet all of the requirements outlined by the architect * The whole time, this engineer will need to collaborate with other groups within Leidos (for instance the Information Assurance, network security teams) to make sure the solution meets security standards * The engineer will also be responsible for a lot of documentation along the path to getting the solution approved. This approval can often times be very tedious and complicated with a lot of red-tape and documentation required by the Navy customer. * For example one of the projects is taking the VPN functionality on Juniper and moving it to Cisco VPN solution (aka GetVPN) SKILLS REQUIRED * Security+ CE, and IAT III certification acquired with in 6 months. * Strong Cisco router and switch engineering and configuration experience (experience level should be equivalent to a CCNP level) * Strong understanding of OSI layers II and III * Strong understanding of Transport Boundary System design and System interfaces * Expertise with routing protocols OSPF, BGP, IPv4/IPv6, etc. * Strong understanding of VPN * Also should have strong Experience with Operations-oriented engineering & implementation strategies (i.e., production system will need to be functional in a transition-state for an extended period) * Experience with Test Plan/Procedure documentation * Experience with WAN edge design/engineering * Experience with logical/virtual network segmentation techniques * Strong Experience with Operations-oriented engineering & implementation strategies (i.e., production system will need to be functional in a transition-state for an extended period) * Experience with Test Plan/Procedure documentation * Strong Experience with dynamic IPSEC (e.g., GETVPN, FLEXVPN, DMVPN) - nice to have * Technology dependencies (e.g., PKI, IKE) - nice to have * Experience with dynamic tunneling (e.g., Multi-point GRE) - nice to have * Intermediate understanding of MPLS - nice to have * Experience with DISA NETWORK/IA STIGS - nice to have * Familiarity with DODAF SE methodology and documentation requirements - nice to have PREFERRED * Experience working on GOVERNMENT networks o DISA NETWORK/IA STIGS o Understanding of JIE constructs - Base Node o DOD SAFE methodology and documentation requirements Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.