Network Practice SME

$144,300 - $260,850/Yr

Leidos - Reston, VA

Full-time - Senior

Reston, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Subject Matter Expert (SME) Consultant for the Network Practice Area at Leidos will define and shape the technical strategy and vision, collaborating with various leaders to drive innovative solutions in network, cloud, and data center modernization. This role requires a deep understanding of industry trends and customer needs, serving as the authoritative technical representative for the Network Practice.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal technical expert in the Network Practice, guiding new business initiatives and engaging stakeholders.
• Stay current on industry trends, including SDN, SASE, 5G, edge computing, cloud integration, and network automation.
• Represent Leidos as a thought leader in network modernization, influencing senior-level customer engagements with consultative expertise.
• Advocate for the prioritization of Network Practice needs in enterprise investments and collaborate in defining long-term technology strategies aligned with sector and network goals.
• Work within OOT and Network Practice leadership to shape a robust portfolio of network investments supporting growth and innovation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate Leidos network solutions and expertise.
• Build and promote a portfolio of strategic alliance partners, driving innovation and exploring disruptive technologies to enhance solution offerings.
• Serve as SME on select capture opportunities, providing technical leadership for solution development.
• Mentor network team members and the broader network community, fostering technical expertise and innovation.
• Collaborate with practice leaders and business development teams to identify and align opportunities for integration of sector and partner innovations in network programs and captures.
• Actively participate in industry forums to present Leidos' capabilities and points of view, fostering relationships with key clients and partners.
• Engage prospective and current clients, demonstrating Leidos' network expertise in solving complex challenges and understanding their evolving priorities.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Technology, Engineering, or related field with 15+ years in Network, Cloud, & Data Center experience; additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Progressive technical roles with expertise in enterprise network solutions, SD-WAN, SASE, 5G, multi-cloud networking, and data center transformation.
• Practical experience deploying and supporting digital twin infrastructure leveraging digital engineering best practices.
• Deep understanding of IT frameworks, including ITIL, Agile, Site Reliability Engineering, and systems engineering best practices.
• Knowledge of the Leidos Digital Modernization customer landscape and competitor dynamics.
• Demonstrated thought leadership in shaping and executing network strategies for U.S. Government clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, public speaking, and ability to influence senior leaders.
• Experience leading capture activities, including proposal contributions, competitive analysis, solution strategy, and estimating BOE/BOM/task costs.
• Proven ability to mentor and promote technical talent, fostering a culture of innovation.

Nice-to-haves

• Active Secret security clearance
• Network certifications from Cisco, Palo Alto, or Juniper