Independent Contractor Network Engineer Jobs in Stockbridge, GA

Standard Job Description Join the Classified Network Operations Team supporting DevSecOps initiatives across Lockheed Martin Aeronautics' high-impact programs. This position is integral to the secure deployment, maintenance, and automation of classified network infrastructure, ensuring compliance, resilience, and agility within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. You will work hands-on to integrate security into every phase of the network lifecycle-from design and development to operations and monitoring-supporting Lockheed Martin's strategic platforms including Advanced Development Programs (ADP), F-22, and JSF.

Serve as a DevSecOps engineer with a focus on secure network infrastructure, automating provisioning, compliance checks, and incident response across classified environments. Maintain and secure network hardware, including Cisco switches, Palo Alto and Juniper firewalls, and Type 1 encryption devices. Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) where applicable, and integrate network configuration management into CI/CD pipelines to support rapid, repeatable deployments.

Utilize and secure tools like Cisco ISE, DNA Center, and Call Manager, ensuring consistent security policies and monitoring. Collaborate across cyber, development, and operations teams to embed security practices throughout the system lifecycle. Support network vulnerability management, remediation efforts, and compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards (e.g., STIGs, RMF)

Participate in planned infrastructure upgrades, including installation and structured cabling of network components in classified environments. Apply continuous monitoring and log analysis to identify anomalies, enforce security baselines, and improve operational visibility Basic Qualifications Secret Clearance Proven experience in network engineering within classified or DoD environments. Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, including automation, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and secure system configuration.

Familiarity working in an Agile team Hands-on experience with network security tools, firewalls, encryption devices, and secure system hardening. Strong understanding of network protocols, architectures, and layered defense models. Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Desired Skills Top Secret Clearance Experience with Ansible, Terraform, or other configuration management/IaC tools. Experience with scripting languages Bash, Power Shell, Python Experience with GIT preferably GITLAB Hands on Experience with GITLAB CI and automated testing in GITLAB Knowledge of working in AWS, Azure or VMWare Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, microsegmentation, or software-defined networking (SDN). Familiarity with containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes) in secure networks

Current Security+, CCNA Security, or CISSP certifications. Understanding of DoD RMF, NIST 800-53, and compliance frameworks for classified systems Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00 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.