Field Operations Network Specialist

The Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Field Operations Network Engineer/Specialist for the Surveillance Towed Array Sensor System (SURTASS) program based in Virginia Beach, VA. This individual will provide support both onboard ships in-port and at-sea with a required workweek exceeding 40 hours per week when overseas. Travel is 25% in and out of CONUS with scheduled and unscheduled deployment assignments up to 6 weeks with limited advance notice.
In support of the SURTASS program this position is predominantly an independent position that requires the successful candidate to work with little to no supervision as the principal Field Operations Network Engineer/Specialist responsible for shipboard network connectivity, troubleshooting and repair of CISCO servers, switches, and routers. Systems of responsibility include: ADNS, ISNS COMPOSE, and GCCS-M. The Network Engineer/Specialist may also serve as the onsite manager directing ship's crew and coordinating port services including cranes, transportation, and other activities to support ship's Mission Readiness Availability and Mission Readiness Reviews (MRR/MRA) between operational missions at sea.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead technical repair activities onsite or remotely with shipboard network and communications systems repairs, upgrades, and installation on SURTASS T-AGOS and other similar mission vessels.
• Oversee the installation and upgrades of SURTASS electronic systems.
• Analyze problems and take corrective action in a time sensitive environment.
• Conduct technical research, prepare operational and maintenance procedures, and complete engineering and administrative reports.
• Lead coordination between contract sponsor, ship's Master, military crew, shipyard personnel, and government organizations.
• Provide 24/7 support to ships via email and telephone when required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related discipline or graduate of Navy "C" school in network and information technology with 4+ years of related hands-on experience in planning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of data networks, computers, and distributed data systems. Additional training, certification, and/or years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Currently possess a DoD Secret security clearance and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• Currently possess the following certifications: Security+ or Cisco Security, Cisco Certified Network Associated (CCNA)
• Ability to pass the mariners physical per COMSCINST 6000.1.C and maintain medical fitness.
• Currently possess or ability to obtain a valid U.S. passport and international driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Cisco Certified Design & Architecture Certification (CCDA), and an Operating System (OS) such as Windows, LINUX or UNIX are preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the maintenance and repair of the SURTASS COMM SUBSYSTEM including: SHF or UHF SATCOM, IFF, Secure Voice and data communications security, and KMI.
• Combined experience in the management, administration, maintenance, and repair of UNIX/LINUX and Windows networks.

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Pay Range:
Pay Range $68,900.00 - $124,550.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.