Defense Network Administrator - TS-Cleared, Build & Secure

Dunhill Professional Search & Government Solutions; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunhill Government Solutions is hiring a Network Administrator I/II to build and maintain secure network infrastructure in support of critical defense cyber initiatives in Northern Virginia. This contract role requires active Top Secret clearance and DoD 8140 aligned certifications.

The team is being formed from day one; you’ll help shape processes, implement LAN/WAN, VPN, and security measures, and work on modern network deployments with real impact.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (BS preferred) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• CompTIA Network+ and/or CCNA certification preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in network administration.
• Current Top Secret clearance and Security+ certification or DoD 8140 compliant certification.

Responsibilities

• Build, support, administer, and optimize network systems and related hardware.
• Design, deploy, and troubleshoot small-scale network deployments.
• Conduct routine tests to ensure operability and security of the network.
• Troubleshoot and escalate network issues as needed.
• Install and support LANs, WANs, and Internet/intranet systems.
• Configure and maintain network infrastructure devices.
• Monitor network performance and security; manage backups and recovery.

Skills

Network administration

Security+

CCNA

Education

Associate’s Degree (BS preferred) in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Active Directory

VPN

Firewalls

Job description

Dunhill Government Solutions is hiring a Network Administrator I/II to build and maintain secure network infrastructure in support of critical defense cyber initiatives in Northern Virginia. This contract role requires active Top Secret clearance and DoD 8140 aligned certifications.

The team is being formed from day one; you’ll help shape processes, implement LAN/WAN, VPN, and security measures, and work on modern network deployments with real impact.