Network Engineer, ELASTIC

Leidos Digital Modernization Sector is looking for an ELASTIC Network Engineer to work on the Army Global Unified Network (AGUN) – Increment 1 (INC1) program.  The Global Enterprise Network Modernization – OCONUS (GENM-O) is a critical mission provider responsible for keeping the Army connected through global network modernization projects. The Army Global Unified Network (AGUN) - Increment 1 (INC1) will unify the next generation of Army transport to comply with the Joint Regional Security Stack (JRSS) divestiture mandate. A phased systematic approach is required to provide individual sites with standardized, updated technology systems to ensure the Army’s Information Technology (IT) infrastructure is equipped to provide soldiers with cutting-edge technology to ensure applications, data, and enterprise services are accessible, trusted, and interoperable across the globe.  

Primary Responsibilities 

• Elastic subject matter expert serving as the technical expert on Elastic based projects 

• Develops and maintains several Elastic Stacks with feeds and integrations from customer endpoints 

• Develops and maintains logging and monitoring strategy utilizing Elastic Observability 

• Provides troubleshooting support for Elastic deployments at the systems and software levels 

• Supports customers with deployments of Elasticsearch 

• Manages the deployment and maintenance of Elastic Agent implementations 

• Supports the development of custom Kibana dashboards and alerts leveraging Elastic Security 

• Coordinates with change control boards and provide installation, configuration, engineering, administration, and accreditation documents/diagrams for infrastructure upgrades, enhancements, and new technology deployments 

• Designs, installs, maintains and coordinates the use of Linux network systems 

• Trains users, maintains, creates and deletes user accounts 

• Achieves key project/program objectives and deliverables 

• Supports an established collaborative work environment 

• Mentors and coaches other technical staff 

• Identifies and offers solutions to gaps in capabilities 

• Promotes and implements automation and process efficiencies 

Basic Qualifications 

• Must currently possess and be able to maintain an active DoD SECRET security clearance. (US Citizenship required) 

• B.S. degree or higher and 8+ years of prior relevant experience.  Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 

• 5+ years of Unix/Linux experience, 2+ years of Elasticsearch experience in production, in medium to large clusters 

• Deep working knowledge of and proven experience with Elastic stack 

• Strong understanding of Elastic index configuration options 

• Experience with packaging and maintaining Beats and Elastic Agents through Fleet 

•  Hold DoD 8570 IAT-II   

• Knowledge of computer security principles and DoD security protocols 

• Deep understanding of network topologies, both transport and IP 

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