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**Description** **Network/Systems Engineer - Mid-Level Cisco Systems Engineer** _Leidos National Security Sector | Regan Test Site_ **Make an Impact with Leidos!** Are you ready to deliver **innovative network solutions** in support of national defense? Leidos is seeking a **Mid-Level Cisco Network Systems Engineer** to support **Department of Defense (DoD) operations and modernization** at the Regan Test Site. You'll work with advanced **Cisco Nexus and Catalyst hardware** while integrating **VMware vSphere, Dell VxRail** , and **secure enterprise networking solutions** into mission-critical defense environments. **Key Responsibilities:** + Configure and maintain **secure, compliant Cisco Nexus (7K, 9K) and Catalyst (3K, 9K) environments** . + Design and manage **layer 2/3 network topologies** , including **VLANs, OSPF, BGP, VPCs, STP, and QoS** . + Integrate **VMware virtual networking technologies** into **Dell VxRail hyperconverged platforms** . + Ensure network **security compliance** with **RMF, DISA STIGs, and DoD security standards** . + Troubleshoot **physical and virtual networking issues** , optimizing **availability, security, and performance** . + Maintain **documentation, security checklists, and system architecture diagrams** . + Collaborate with **cybersecurity, virtualization, and systems teams** on deployments and audits. **Qualifications:** **Required:** + **Bachelor's Degree** in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with **4+ years of relevant experience** (additional experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement). + **U.S. Citizenship** with active **DoD Secret Clearance** . + Hands-on experience configuring and maintaining **Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switches** . + Experience working in **DoD or defense contractor environments** , supporting accreditation and compliance. + Proven knowledge of **VMware virtual networking, vSphere Distributed Switches (VDS), and VxRail** . + **DoD-8570 IAT II certification** (e.g., **CompTIA Sec+, CCNA Sec** ). + **CCNA Certification required** . + Willingness to **travel up to 25%** as needed. **Preferred:** + **CCNP Enterprise or Data Center certification** . + Experience deploying **Dell EMC VxRail** in secure environments. + Familiarity with **STIG compliance, RMF, system hardening, and DoD best practices** . + Exposure to **vSAN, NSX, and VMware automation tools** . + Knowledge of **network monitoring, log analysis, and change control** in DoD settings. + Certifications: **VCP-DCV, VCAP-NV, Dell EMC VxRail Specialist** . + Experience with **network automation (Ansible, Python)** . **Why Leidos?** This role provides an **exciting opportunity to enhance critical network infrastructure** and contribute to **national security** . EIO2024 **Original Posting:** May 30, 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 $85,150.00 - $153,925.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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. REQNUMBER: R-00160049 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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