Network Management Systems Engineer
Fort Belvoir, VA, United States
- IT
- Full-time
- Network Management Systems
- SolarWinds
- Network Monitoring
The Network Management Systems Engineer will support and maintain SolarWinds network monitoring within a Department of Defense IT environment, ensuring optimized performance, security compliance, and proactive issue resolution. Responsibilities include configuring SolarWinds modules, integrating with other IT tools, analyzing network data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, relevant certifications, hands-on SolarWinds experience, and strong troubleshooting skills.
Description
Leidos is seeking a Network Management Systems (NMS) Engineer at Fort Belvoir, VA to support operations on a large, high-profile DOD contract.
The I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable DTRA’s Information Management & Technology Directorate (ITD) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to DTRA’s internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations. The candidate will be a skilled and detail-oriented NMS Engineer with experience using SolarWinds to manage and maintain a network and systems monitoring environment and work under the supervision of a Senior NMS Engineer.
In this role, the candidate will be responsible for updating, configuring, optimizing, STIG compliance, and supporting DTRA’s SolarWinds NMS platform to ensure effective monitoring of the IT infrastructure, enabling proactive issue detection, and resolution.
Clearance: TS/SCI REQUIRED
Key Responsibilities:
Deploy, configure and maintain SolarWinds modules (e.g., NPM, SAM, NTA, NCM).
Monitor the performance, availability, and overall health of network devices, servers, applications, and databases.
Develop and maintain custom dashboards, alerts, and reports to support IT operations and business needs.
Integrate SolarWinds with other tools and platforms as needed (e.g., ServiceNow).
Analyze data\trends to identify potential issues and recommend improvements.
Perform routine software updates, patches, and security configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
Troubleshoot SolarWinds-related issues and provide Tier 2/3 support.
Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams (network, systems, security, DevOps) to ensure accurate monitoring coverage.
Participate in on-call support rotation, as needed.
Works fluidly across the major infrastructure elements of networking, security, storage, virtualization, and servers to deliver new availability, capacity, services, and safeguards.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelors degree with 4+ years of prior relevant experience. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
Possess active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at time of consideration.
Must have a current active Security+ certification or equivalent.
2+ years of hands-on experience with SolarWinds and\or other NMS administration.
Strong understanding of network and systems infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, Windows/Linux servers, virtualization).
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with SolarWinds Orion and SQL database structure.
SolarWinds Certified Professional (SCP) certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire).
Experience in enterprise or multi-tenant environments.
Knowledge of ITIL practices and change management processes.
Proficient in configuring\maintaining SolarWinds modules such as NPM, SAM, and NCM.
Experience with SNMP, WMI, ICMP, and other monitoring protocols.
Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation tasks.
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Original Posting:
December 23, 2025For 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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00The 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.
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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