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Leidos

Systems Engineer

Leidos

Published 08 May 2026
Denton, TX, USA
70K - 126K USD Annual
Freelancer

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Python
XML
Java
C++

Key skills

Computer Science
Integrations
Network Security
System Integration
CCNA
Infrastructure
Servers
Storage
Automation
Testing
Architecture
TroubleShooting
Scripting
Data

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

VMWare
Bash
Linux
RHEL
Docker
OpenShift
Cisco
Ansible

Description

The role involves supporting a mission-critical program by performing systems engineering and integration tasks. The engineer will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems. Responsibilities include configuring physical and virtual environments, applying security compliance standards, and troubleshooting operational systems. The position requires collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and develop technical solutions. Additionally, the role entails creating automation scripts to streamline deployments and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field along with 24 years of relevant experience. An active Secret clearance is required, with a preference for a TS clearance. Applicants must hold a DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification, such as Security+, and maintain it throughout employment. Proficiency in VMware, ESXi, and hardware configuration is necessary, as is experience with DoDAF architecture frameworks and Linux command line environments.

Disclaimer

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About the company

Leidos

Size

33167

Founded

HQ

Reston, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.

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