Leidos · 21 hours ago
Senior Sales Engineer and Architect
Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Sales Engineer/Architect for our Resilient Network Practice. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing hands-on technical expertise with Mission Drivers within the Network Practice, promoting Leidos Network solutions to federal clients and driving successful adoption of these solutions.
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Responsibilities
Maintain a deep understanding of network technologies (e.g., IaC, SD-WAN, wireless, NFV)
Maintain a deep understanding of Leidos Network Mission Drivers and be able to articulate technical benefits, features, and use cases to potential clients
Stay informed about network trends, competitive landscape and emerging technologies to effectively position Leidos capabilities and offerings
Lead strategic initiatives to enhance the Leidos offerings portfolio, leveraging your deep technical knowledge and industry insights
Be the Network Practice Area technical Sales Engineer/Architect that works with Leidos DigMod Sector CTO, Business Groups and Growth to identify customer requirements and propose tailored solutions and offerings
Direct, conduct and participate in technical presentations, demonstrations and workshops for government customers
Work with DigMod CTO organization to leverage and create sandbox, demonstration environments for hosting Network Practice repeatable offerings
Develop and maintain high-level relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers to drive strategic opportunities and long-term partnerships
Provide consulting and thought leadership to influence client decision-making and drive project success
Partner with Leidos capture teams, solutions architects, and engineers to design secure, resilient, and scalable networking solutions that meet customer requirements, including MPLS-based transport, carrier-neutral facility interconnects, SD-WAN overlay architectures, and wireless access technologies, tailoring repeatable offerings accordingly
Architect enterprise and mission-scale network solutions leveraging multi-cloud connectivity patterns, including hybrid and cross-cloud networking, secure cloud on-ramps, and integration with carrier-neutral data center ecosystems to support federal mission needs
Design and oversee implementation of advanced segmentation strategies, including micro-segmentation and policy-based network controls, to enhance security posture, zero trust alignment, and workload isolation across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments
Develop and implement innovative solutions to address complex technical challenges across multiple sectors, applying deep expertise in SD-WAN overlays, wireless technologies, and multi-transport networking using creative problem-solving and advanced technical judgment
Architect and govern the delivery of enterprise-scale network solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, client mission objectives, and evolving technology standards
Champion network architecture best practices and drive continuous improvement of Leidos Network Practice offerings based on market trends, emerging technologies, and client feedback
Serve as the lead technical contributor for proposal and RFx efforts, with primary responsibility for solution architecture, technical narratives, and pricing inputs related to network transport, cloud connectivity, and security segmentation strategies
Deploy, maintain, and demonstrate Network Practice Repeatable Offerings, including SD-WAN, multi-cloud connectivity, wireless, and micro-segmentation capabilities, to internal business areas and current and prospective customers
Collaborate with practice area team members, client stakeholders, and external partners, including sub-contractors and suppliers, to ensure effective communication and project alignment
Influence practice area and sector leaders on solution design and process improvements, advocating for strategic approaches and best practices
Lead cross-functional teams to drive alignment and ensure the successful delivery of complex, multi-dimensional projects
Qualification
Required
Master's degree with minimum of 15+ years in network architecture or engineering roles, with a robust background in designing, implementing, and optimizing solutions in network environments; additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
Extensive experience in NMS, multi-transport, and infrastructure-as-code concepts
Demonstrated expertise in designing and deploying scalable infrastructure incorporating cloud environments using both established and cutting-edge technologies
Proven track record of resolving complex technical challenges in Network architectures
Strong leadership skills with a successful track record of leading teams in the implementation of Network solutions, fostering collaboration and innovation
Ability to effectively manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in dynamic Network environments
Ability to obtain a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance from the US Government. Higher level clearances are desirable
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
Funding
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unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
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