Network Administrator

Maximus; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Network Administrator to support a federal client with mission-critical systems. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining network infrastructure, ensuring performance, reliability, and security across routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs.

The position requires active Secret clearance and US citizenship, with relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required and US citizenship is mandatory.
• 7+ years of experience in a Network Administrator role or related field.
• Experience in network configuration and monitoring.
• Firewall configuration experience (Palo Alto, Juniper, etc.).
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds and NetCool.
• Ability to operate in office/data center environments and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize throughput and reliability.
• Troubleshoot network issues using firewall logs and packet capture tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct capacity planning and bandwidth management for future growth.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate network with cloud services and storage systems.
• Stay updated on networking technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
• Create and maintain documentation for configurations, diagrams, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers.
• Manage, monitor, maintain, and secure networks and tenant network segments.
• Organize and manage delivery of network load balancing services.
• Document and manage IP addressing.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

US Citizenship

Network administration experience

Leadership / mentoring

Tools

Palo Alto

Juniper

SolarWinds

NetCool

Job description

Network Administrator## General informationDateFriday, November 6, 2026CityAnnapolis JunctionStateMDCountryUnited StatesWorking timeFull-time## Description & RequirementsMaximus is seeking a Network Administrator to provide expertise to a federal client in support of their mission critical systems in defense of our Homeland.As a Network Administrator, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining our organization's network infrastructure. Your role will involve overseeing network administration, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring the performance, availability, and security of our network systems.****We offer flexible work arrangements to support employees while meeting client and program requirements. Relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates who currently live more than 50 miles from the applicable work location in Annapolis Junction, MD.Active Secret Security clearance required.****Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS165, T3, Band 6**Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**- Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators.- Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal throughput and reliability.- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues using firewall logs, switch packet capture tools; engaging with cross-functional teams to leverage support and collaboration when necessary.- Conduct network capacity planning and bandwidth management to accommodate future growth and changing business needs.- Collaborate with other teams to integrate network infrastructure with cloud services, storage systems, and other IT components.- Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in networking and recommend their adoption as appropriate.- Create and maintain documentation related to network configurations, diagrams, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior network engineers.- Managing, monitoring, maintaining, and securing networks and tenant network segments that integrate the transport of networks and data.- Organizing, documenting, and managing the delivery of Network load balancing services.- Document and Manage Internet Protocol Addresses.**Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:**- Active Secret clearance.- Due to contract requirements, only US Citizens can be considered. Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered.- Seven (7)+ years of experience in a Network Administrator role or in a related field.- Five (5) or more years of experience in the following:- Network configuration and monitoring.- Firewall configuration – palo alto, juniper, etc.- Network monitoring tools – SolarWinds and NetCool.- Candidates must be able to move throughout office and data center environments, including frequent walking, standing, and navigating between work locations. Must be able to occasionally lift and move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds and perform the essential functions of the position.- Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.- This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.**Preferred Skills and Qualifications:**- DHS Suitability.#techjobs #clearance #veteransPage #APPCASTDTOMinimum RequirementsTCS165, T3, Band 6#maxclearedEEO StatementMaximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.Pay TransparencyMaximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.**Accommodations**Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at **[e-mail]**.**Minimum Salary**$ 90,000.00**Maximum Salary**$ 115,000.00