Leidos has an opening for a Joint Regional Security Stack (JRSS) Operations Manager located at Scott, AFB.
Our customer, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), acts as the provider of GIG/Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of Defense (DoD) and national security organizations. In this position you will oversee a team of network engineers operating a complex system of systems in a very dynamic and challenging environment supporting all agencies within the Department of Defense.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead, direct, and oversee the JRSS Operations and OE teams and responsible for the following duties:
Responsible for developing processes, operating procedures and training plans for the group.
Oversee contractor and sub-contractor support staff for the DISA-provided services in our 24x7 Global Network Support Center (GNSC) located at Scott AFB.
Assist in delivering direct technical support to government customer.
Work closely with the other functional and senior managers to ensure cross functional processes and procedures are monitored and adhered to.
Provide situational awareness to government customer on issues impacting the DoD networking systems and ensures GSMO leadership is aware of highly visible network outages.
Ensure efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and recommending procedural changes that enables the Government to attain integrated outcomes that are effective.
Mitigate risks by ensuring staff meet and exceed contractual requirements.
Assign tasks to contractor personnel, supervising on-going technical efforts, and managing contract performance identified by the customer.
Perform engineering tasks related to the design, implementation, and integration of network changes and sustainment of customer systems in an Wide Area Network environment.
Conduct planning and performance of analytical research, design development, and other tasks to align with customer specifications.
Control network systems to ensure 99% or better system uptime and connectivity.
Ensure efficient delivery of contract capabilities using industry standards and repeatable processes
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline with 4+ years of overall related experience; Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
Prior experience overseeing staff to include NOC Analysts, Subject Matter Experts, and Network Engineers in a 24x7x365 environment and diverse Network technologies.
Hold DoD-8570 IAT Level II baseline certification (Security+ CE, or equivalent) prior to start date.
Ability to work in a 24/7 operation.
Understanding of networking fundamentals including routers, switches, firewalls and Intrusion Protection Systems.
Currently possess an active Secret security clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ITIL certification.
Prior NOC experience.
Experience with Juniper, Palo Alto, and Cisco devices.
Understanding of Government Network Operations.
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April 3, 2026
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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
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.
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.
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®.
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