Systems Engineer - E2

Standard Job Description

Basic Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance; eligible to obraint and maintain Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent blend of education and experience)
• 2–4 years of direct experience designing, implementing, administering, or troubleshooting network infrastructure in a classified or secret environment
• Design, configuration, and maintenance of routed/switched networks (routers, switches, Layer 2/3 infrastructure)
• Proficiency with core networking protocols: OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, LACP, QoS
• Network security fundamentals: ACLs, firewall policies, encryption (TLS/IPSec), zero-trust principles, secure configuration hardening
• Familiarity with network monitoring/analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump, SolarWinds, NetFlow, PRTG, or equivalent)
• Basic automation/scripting: Python, Bash, or Ansible for config management or repetitive tasks
• Active CompTIA Security+, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Ability to follow strict labeling, segmentation, and data-in-transit controls per NIST/DoD guidance
• Strong technical documentation habits (change logs, network diagrams, SOPs)
• Ability to coordinate with cleared teammates, project managers, and security managers
• Clear written and oral communication; attention to detail; problem-solving under direction; teamwork in multi-disciplinary staffs
• DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Advanced certifications: CCNP, JNCIA-JUNOS, CISSP, CySA+, or vendor-specific expert-level credentials
• Experience with secure network architecture in SCIFs, Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities, or TEMPEST/EMSEC environments
• Hands-on expertise with zero-trust network access (ZTNA), software-defined networking (SDN), or network function virtualization (NFV)
• Proven track record configuring and managing firewalls, web application firewalls (WAF), or secure web gateways in classified settings
• Familiarity with automation at scale: Terraform, Puppet, Chef, or advanced Ansible playbooks for classified infrastructure
• Experience with network monitoring and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) tuned for high-security environments
• Ability to brief technical findings to cleared stakeholders and contribute to SOPs/process improvements
• Experience with interoperability testing between classified and unclassified networks (cross-domain solutions)
• Advanced scripting in Python/PowerShell for network diagnostics, configuration auditing, or data exfiltration prevention
• Pay Information
• Full-Time Salary Range: $88100.00 - $163700.00
• At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
• The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
• Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Desired Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Desired Skills