IT - Network Administrator IV

Apex Systems; Winsor Creek Summer Home (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company match

ESPP

HSA

Career development and training

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking an IT Network Administrator IV to join a team supporting FAA network infrastructure in the Albuquerque area. You will install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems and ensure uptime for mission-critical aviation networks.

This role requires strong routing, SD-WAN, fiber optics, and security tooling expertise, with travel to multiple locations in the region and FAA suitability processing. Must be a US citizen with clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• 8+ years of experience in enterprise networks or equivalent.
• Strong TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking technologies.
• Experience with SD-WAN, fiber optics, and wireless LAN/WAN.
• Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the uptime, performance, and security of FAA network infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Support SD-WAN solutions across distributed environments.
• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic cabling (single-mode and multi-mode).
• Perform fiber testing using OTDR and certification tools.
• Monitor systems daily, analyze logs, and respond to incidents.
• Troubleshoot network issues across fiber, SD-WAN, and IP layers, escalating as needed.
• Support network cutovers, migrations, and failover validation.
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and configuration records.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Tools

OTDR

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

Job Description

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job #

3048781

Position

IT Network Administrator IV

Location

Albuquerque, NM geographic area

We are looking for a Network Installer to join our talented and diverse team supporting the FAA. In this role, you'll play a key part in maintaining and enhancing the network infrastructure behind mission-critical aviation systems.

The selected candidate will be assigned to an FAA specific location as a "home base" to work from and will travel throughout the region to support multiple locations. Travel may be short or long distance and expenses will be reimbursed. Candidates must undergo the FAA suitability process and may be able to support the contract for a short time while suitability is processed. These are long term assignments.

You'll ensure the reliability, performance, and security of IP-based networks that support air traffic operations, gaining valuable experience in federal programs while contributing to highly visible national initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Ensure the uptime, performance, and security of FAA network infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Support SD-WAN solutions across distributed environments.
• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic cabling (single-mode and multi-mode).
• Perform fiber testing using OTDR and certification tools.
• Monitor systems daily, analyze logs, and respond to incidents.
• Troubleshoot network issues across fiber, SD-WAN, and IP layers, escalating as needed.
• Support network cutovers, migrations, and failover validation.
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and configuration records.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is at the heart of aviation safety and innovation. In this role, your work directly supports the systems that enable safe and efficient air travel for millions of passengers every day.

By ensuring network reliability and rapidly resolving issues, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the communications and technologies that keep aircraft moving safely across the nation's airspace.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent combination: Master's 6+, Associate's 10+, High School diploma 12+).
• Proven experience managing and supporting enterprise network environments.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Hands- on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking technologies.
• Experience with TDM-to-IP migrations and modern IP-based networking.
• Solid understanding of SD-WAN, fiber optics, and wireless LAN/WAN technologies.
• Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios).
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams and schematics.
• Experience with fiber testing tools (e.g., OTDR).
• Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting FAA or National Airspace System (NAS) environments.
• Knowledge of federal network standards, compliance, and security frameworks.
• Background supporting FAA, DOT, DHS, or DoD programs.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS, BICSI).
• Familiarity with FAA NextGen or air traffic control modernization initiatives.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or transformation programs.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 561320.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.

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