Junior Network Administrator

Taurean Corp; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Taurean is seeking a Network Administrator to join our hybrid team in Washington, DC. You will support a secure federal network under the lead Network Administrator, ensuring routers, hubs, and switches operate correctly and respond to anomalies.

The role requires 4 years of networking experience and knowledge of Cisco network fundamentals. The position offers a hybrid schedule, Federal context, and government-facing operations with potential travel to FCC facilities.

Qualifications

• 4 years of networking experience.
• Working knowledge of Cisco network fundamentals and common connectivity troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all computers and connected network devices (routers, hubs, switches) are operating correctly.
• Respond to network anomalies and issues at the direction of the lead Network Administrator.
• Assist with installs, upgrades, and network monitoring; maintain accurate documentation of changes.
• Support end users on connectivity issues through ServiceNow and remote tools.

Skills

4 years of networking experience

Cisco network fundamentals

Job description

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT:U.S. Citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a High-Risk Public Trust clearance (Tier 4). Full adjudication required before starting — no waivers available. Must meet the DOJ residency requirement (3 of the last 5 years in the U.S.). This role supports Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR.

About Taurean

TAUREAN

Taurean is a mission-driven defensive cyber operations firm delivering security engineering, risk management, and compliance execution for federal and regulated environments. Our teams protect operational systems, sensitive data, and high-assurance environments through disciplined engineering, structured compliance frameworks, and operational rigor.

Guided by our vision — Find Relevant Work. Create Meaningful Jobs. Transform Lives — for the Glory of God! — we build teams grounded in accountability, professional growth, and purposeful contribution. Our culture emphasizes strong leadership, family-first principles, and continuous development within a collaborative, performance-focused environment.

About the Role

Join the network team that keeps a secure federal network running efficiently. Working at the direction of the lead Network Administrator, you will ensure that computers and connected devices — routers, hubs, and switches — operate correctly and respond when network anomalies arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all computers and connected network devices (routers, hubs, switches) are operating correctly
• Respond to network anomalies and issues at the direction of the lead Network Administrator
• Assist with installs, upgrades, and network monitoring; maintain accurate documentation of changes
• Support end users on connectivity issues through ServiceNow and remote tools

Required Qualifications

• 4 years of networking experience
• Working knowledge of Cisco network fundamentals and common connectivity troubleshooting

Certifications — substitution options

Technical Environment

Schedule & Location

Hybrid — approximately 50% remote / 50% on-site. Primary site: Central Office, Washington, DC. Possible travel to FCC Butner (NC), FCC Allenwood (PA), or FCC Victorville (CA). Government-furnished equipment (laptop, PIV card) provided.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM ET, ~1,992 hours/year. Full-time, W-2.

Eligibility & Clearance

Public Trust Required U.S. Citizenship is required — non-U.S. citizens are not eligible. Must obtain and maintain a High-Risk Public Trust clearance (Tier 4 background investigation). Full adjudication required before starting — no pre-employment waivers. Must meet DOJ residency requirement (3 of last 5 years in the U.S. or qualifying exception). Work supports Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR; personnel may interact with federal inmates under agency supervision and must follow all institutional security rules.

Taurean is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.