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Leidos · 3 weeks ago

Senior Network Tool Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $195K/yr

8+ years exp

Leidos is a company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions through its talented workforce. They are seeking a Senior Network Tool Engineer to support the Intelligence Sector by installing, configuring, and maintaining Cisco Network Services Orchestrator solutions and associated network infrastructure components.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) solutions and associated network infrastructure components, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability

Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and service deployment issues, leveraging NSO logs and monitoring tools to perform root cause analysis

Integrate NSO with various network devices, external systems, and APIs using protocols like NETCONF, RESTCONF, and JSON-RPC

Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, Java, or other relevant languages to streamline operations and enhance efficiency

Perform regular system maintenance, including software upgrades (NED upgrades), patching, security auditing, and configuration backups for network devices

Collaborate with network architects, software developers, and operations teams to define requirements and ensure seamless integration of new solutions

Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to installations, configurations, and network processes

Qualification

Cisco NSONetworking protocolsLinux (RHEL)PythonNetwork automationTechnical communicationProblem-solving

Required

Required Clearance: TS/SCI with specific poly

Candidate must have 12 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a BS degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain

Must be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2

Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, etc.)

Strong working knowledge and experience installing, upgrading, and maintaining software in a Linux (RHEL) environment

Intermediate scripting skills are required (Ex. Python)

Effective analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues

Solid technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams