Network Engineer II

About the role

The Network Engineer II supports the Advanced Enterprise Global Information Technology Solutions (AEGIS) program, focusing on the NASA OCIO Enterprise Corporate network. Responsibilities include designing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless network solutions, leveraging tools like Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco Identity Services Engine, and Splunk.

Responsibilities

• Possess intermediate understanding of various Catalyst-based wireless architectures, including FlexConnect, Bridge Mode, and Fabric Enabled Wireless (SD-Access Wireless).
• Design robust, scalable, and secure wireless network solutions to meet NASA’s evolving business needs.
• Conduct thorough requirements gathering for complex wireless projects, collaborating with stakeholders across multiple network areas.
• Utilize Ekahau software to create predictive models and heatmaps for wireless network performance.
• Determine optimal access point placement and RF coverage for diverse environments.
• Manage and configure Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) to enforce network access control policies.
• Respond to network incidents, troubleshoot network issues, and provide timely resolution to minimize downtime and impact on the business.
• Manage network configuration, inventory, and performance using Cisco Catalyst Center aka DNAC.
• Develop custom Splunk dashboards and alerts for network-related incidents, performance issues, and security events.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of network configurations, processes, troubleshooting procedures, and incident resolutions.
• Provide input and guidance to Government customers on best practices for network infrastructure operations and maintenance.
• Work directly or indirectly with NASA customers, Technicians, Network Engineers, and/or Network Architects to execute network design changes or modifications of the NASA network infrastructure.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve issues for customer impacting events that may be escalated to Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• 2-4 years combined experience between WLAN and LAN wired for large Enterprise networks.
• Ability to obtain and keep a minimum of a Public Trust clearance.
• Working knowledge of Wi-Fi technologies, including 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax standards.
• Experience with Cisco wireless infrastructure, including access points, wireless LAN controllers, and management tools (Prime Infrastructure, Catalyst Center).
• Proficiency in performing site surveys and creating/updating Wireless RF designs using Ekahau, iBWave, Airmagnet, or similar software.
• Solid understanding of underlying LAN technologies, including PoE standards, topologies (3-tier, SD-Access).
• Experience with QoS in wireless environments.
• Experience with NAC using dot1x for wired and wireless environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience with fabric wireless aka SD-Access Wireless.
• Relevant certifications, such as CWNA, CWDP, CWSP, CWNE, CCNP Enterprise (Wireless Design and/or Wireless Implementation specialist), or CCIE Enterprise Wireless.
• Proficiency with Splunk for network log management, analysis, and creating custom dashboards and reports.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, management, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, providing guidance and mentorship to other network engineers.
• Familiarity with SDA solutions and network automation tools.
• A solid understanding of RF principles.
• Additional certifications related to Security and Route/ Switch would be a plus.

Benefits

Pay Range: $59,150.00 - $106,925.00. 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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