C4A Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert

C4A Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert

Suffolk VA

Minimum of Secret clearance required

The Defense Sector at Leidos is currently looking for a C4A Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert. The C4A Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert provides expert-level leadership engineering expertise and operational support across the full spectrum of Command Control Communications Computers and Assurance (C4A) activities. This position supports Joint Coalition and mission-partner interoperability initiatives through the design integration testing assessment and sustainment of complex network and system architectures.

The successful candidate will lead engineering efforts supporting secure operational environments ranging from DoD classified and unclassified networks to coalition secret-releasable architectures and RDT&E environments. This role combines systems engineering network engineering cybersecurity interoperability testing and project leadership to enable mission success in complex multi-domain operational environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• C4A Engineering Planning preparation research coordination and execution of Command Control Communications Computers and Assurance (C4A) and engineering-related tasks delivering expert technical guidance and operational analysis.
• Analytical Product Development Develop and deliver comprehensive technical assessments analytical reports workflow visualizations engineering recommendations and executive-level briefings.
• Systems Testing & Validation Plan coordinate and execute technical testing activities to validate network architectures systems interoperability security controls and mission partner integration requirements.
• Project Execution & Reporting Monitor engineering task execution and provide accurate status reporting to contract leadership and government stakeholders ensuring project objectives schedules and deliverables are achieved.
• Technical Training & Knowledge Transfer Conduct internal training aligned to systems engineering network engineering cybersecurity and interoperability subject matter expertise to enhance organizational readiness.
• Sustainment & Operational Excellence Support sustainment efforts to ensure consistent quality efficiency reliability and productivity across all assigned engineering and operational tasks.
• Operational & Technical Analysis Interview military civilian and contractor personnel to gather operational and technical requirements assess mission impacts identify capability gaps and develop actionable recommendations.
• Enterprise Network Engineering Apply expert knowledge of IT management network engineering systems engineering IT administration and assured C4 to design implement and maintain secure mission-critical environments.
• Network Lifecycle Management Support activities across the full network lifecycle including architecture design implementation configuration monitoring maintenance security documentation performance optimization and troubleshooting.
• Coalition & Interoperability Engineering Support and execute joint and coalition interoperability initiatives across classified unclassified releasable and mission-partner environments to ensure seamless information sharing and operational effectiveness.
• Project Engineering Leadership Serve as Project Engineer responsible for developing project plans coordinating engineering and implementation teams resolving technical risks managing schedules and communicating project status to stakeholders.
• Technical Test Development Develop and execute technical test cases test plans and validation methodologies to assess system performance interoperability cybersecurity compliance and operational suitability.
• Zero Trust & Data-Centric Security Integration Apply Zero Trust principles and Data-Centric Security (DCS) methodologies to modern network architectures and security designs ensuring secure access information protection and mission assurance.
• Emerging Technology Evaluation Research assess and recommend new technologies tools and engineering approaches that improve operational performance security posture and interoperability capabilities.
• Documentation & Configuration Management Develop and maintain engineering documentation technical procedures network diagrams implementation plans training materials and system configuration baselines.

Basic Qualifications:

• US Citizen with an active Secret clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 4 years related experience or Masters degree and 2 years related experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 4 years supporting military operational activities; minimum 4 years Targeting experience.
• C5ISRT (Command Control Communications Computers Cyber Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance) and Targeting Experience.
• Experience developing target packages and target list with detailed intelligence capabilities and vulnerabilities.
• Experience in supporting multi-domain mission planning and effects-based targeting.
• Experience with automated targeting tools (e.g. JTT MIDB) and Service specific fire control systems.
• Shall have a deep understanding of the F2T2EA Cycle and the data tools and techniques utilized for each phase of targeting.
• Analyze the operational effectiveness of targeting systems in various scenarios and environments.
• Evaluate the impact of emerging technologies and trends on Targeting systems.
• Working knowledge of U.S NATO and coalition partner targeting processes procedures and systems.
• Apply analytical tools and methodologies to assess targeting system performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Must possess skills to communicate effectively and clearly in written reports and verbal presentations.
• Must possess skills to interview operational and technical military civilian and contractor to efficiently and accurately extract information.
• Must possess analytical skills to identify capabilities and limitations assess operational impacts and provide focused achievable recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret with eligibility for CUI NATO Secret ACCMs SCI and SAPs.
• Technically focused with all-around System experience (Network Engineering preferred)
• Experience working in a multi-national cooperative environment
• Experience working in data centric security environments
• Experience with Identity Based Access Control
• Clear understanding of the Zero Trust framework
• PKI Experience
• Protected Core Networking (PCN) experience
• Experience with a Virtual Environment (VMWare ESXi)
• Experience with Windows AND Linux Environments
• Experience in C2 and API
• Security Required (IAT 8570)
• CompTIA A Network MCSA MCSE
• Cisco Certs (CCNP CCNA CCIE)
• Knowledge of OSI Model and where technologies exist within each layer
• Knowledge of Authentication mechanisms (ABAC RBAC SAML 2.0)

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Original Posting:

October 6 2026

For U.S. Positions: 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:

Pay Range $73450.00 - $132775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

Required Experience:

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