Network Engineer

About the role

Position: Network Engineer Location: Colorado Springs, CO Make an Impact with Leidos Leidos delivers innovative, mission-driven solutions through the dedication of diverse, talented teams. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, we empower our people, support our communities, and operate with integrity. Everything we do is rooted in doing what's right-for our customers, our employees, and the world around us. Thrive in a Mission-Critical Environment The Leidos Defense Sector offers a broad portfolio of systems, solutions, and services across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. We support critical defense missions with capabilities in enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence operations. Our teams tackle the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. We are seeking a Network Engineer to support our Missile Warning / Missile Track Enhancement (MW/MT) program. This role plays a key part in protecting the U.S. through missile defense initiatives and includes model-based systems engineering, network design, implementation, testing, and deployment to operational locations. Primary Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement network architectures aligned with system and mission requirements. Create and maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, and standard operating procedures. Develop, deploy, and sustain network infrastructure supporting missile defense systems. Conduct troubleshooting efforts and root-cause analysis for complex network issues. Communicate proposed network solutions to cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced, highly technical environment. Execute change control processes, document configuration changes, and maintain configuration backups. Support network security activities, including firewall rule reviews and traffic log analysis. Perform configuration, performance analysis, and troubleshooting of network devices. Develop software-based solutions using established industry standards. Collaborate with third-party contractors and stakeholders to establish and maintain network connections. Conduct network planning and evaluate emerging technologies for potential integration.