Infrastructure Engineer

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently pursuing a new opportunity that has openings for a Infrastructure Engineer to work in San Diego, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Enterprise Development, Application, and Training (EDAT) mission. In this mission we are focused on providing innovative, data-driven solutions and enterprise architecture enhancements to enable seamless operations across USSOCOM's global network. The program emphasizes rapid development and deployment of technologies to enhance the mobility and readiness of Special Operations Forces (SOF) in both combat and non-combat scenarios. Key tasks include

program management, application development, training support, and technology integration to maintain USSOCOM's operational edge. The EDAT program underscores agility and adaptability, ensuring SOF

professionals have access to the information and tools they need to meet evolving mission requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient IT infrastructure to support USSOCOM’s operational

• requirements.

• Lead infrastructure modernization efforts, including the integration of hybrid cloud environments and containerized solutions.

• Ensure infrastructure aligns with the SOF Information Environment (SIE) and supports global operations.

• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and routine maintenance to ensure high availability and reliability.

• Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure components, addressing performance issues, security vulnerabilities, and operational challenges.

• Implement security measures in accordance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG), NIST frameworks, and DoD policies.

• Apply Zero Trust principles and secure infrastructure designs to protect sensitive data and systems.

• Collaborate with development, data science, and program management teams to ensure infrastructure supports application and operational needs.

• Integrate DevSecOps tools and practices into the infrastructure to streamline development and deployment pipelines.

• Create detailed infrastructure documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration details, and operational procedures.

• Provide technical support and training to operational teams to ensure effective infrastructure use and management.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must possess a Top-Secret clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and 2 + years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience. Additional year's of experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent.

• Proficiency in managing physical and virtual server environments, including VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent platforms.

• Experience with networking concepts, firewalls, routing, and switching, as well as cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).

• Familiarity with DoD security standards and frameworks, including DISA STIG and NIST 800-53.

• 1-3 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering or system administration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).

• Expertise in cloud-native infrastructure, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.

• Experience with enterprise storage solutions, high-availability systems, and disaster recovery planning.

• Familiarity with USSOCOM’s operational needs, including OCONUS deployments and hazardous duty/combat zones.

• Experience supporting DoD programs with strict security and compliance requirements.

• Strong collaboration skills to align infrastructure operations with program goals and support cross-functional teams.

• Ability to identify gaps in existing infrastructure and propose innovative solutions to enhance performance and security.

• Experience in conducting system performance assessments and capacity planning to anticipate future needs

Original Posting Date:

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:

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.