Description
Leidos currently has an opening for an IT Specialist Senior to support execution of projects on the SMIT contract and to be located in Kaneohe Bay, HI. The Senior IT Specialist will oversee the operation of network systems, architecture, and topology through deployment and oversight of network operations specialists. The qualified candidate will also perform asset scanning and logging of assets that have been delivered in accordance with established Government directives for both Lab and Production assets.
SMIT is the largest IT services program for the Navy. As a member of the Leidos team, you will assist in the deliveryof the core backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity services, network operations, service desk, and data transport. Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its shore-based networks and data management to improve capability and service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts under one enterprise network.
Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform advanced systems installation, operation, integration, and troubleshooting to maintain optimum Information Technology (IT) system operations.
Design and oversee upgrades and new installations of IT systems and services ensuring coordination with Cyber Security Specialist. Perform Tier III upgrades of networking systems, IT systems, and storage networking.
Perform Tier III troubleshooting, optimization, and performance management of Internet Protocol (IP), Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and routing protocols.
Integrate enterprise, regional, and local IT systems ensuring current network operations are sustained or oversee their recovery.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business, or related field. Experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
Eight years of IT experience including Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and Network Address Translation (NAT).
Must have a basic understanding of the MCEN network; networking/troubleshooting a live network; including an intermediate understanding of the following devices: Juniper VPNs, Cisco routers/switches, Palo Alto firewalls, FortiGate firewalls, Gigamon.
Must possess a CCNA certification. CCNP certification is preferred and would have to be obtained within 180 days of hire.
US Citizen with an active DOD Secret clearance
NGEN
SMIT-MCEN
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Original Posting:
September 16, 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 $89,700.00 - $162,150.00
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-00166837
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.
