Network Administrator

Torch Technologies, Inc.; California (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Network Administrator to enhance its enterprise IT infrastructure. This role involves managing local and wide area networks, ensuring system integrity, and optimizing server environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in network administration, cybersecurity compliance, and relevant certifications. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including ESOP participation and competitive salary. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and professional work environment.

Benefits

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Education assistance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• Manage and optimize LAN, WAN, and data communication networks.
• Administer physical and virtual servers and core network services.
• Ensure uptime and integrity of critical IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network systems and servers.
• Monitor system performance and manage user access controls.
• Document system configurations and maintain network topologies.

Skills

Network Administration

LAN/WAN Management

TCP/IP

Cisco Networking

Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)

Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Cybersecurity Compliance

ITIL Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

SolarWinds

Nagios

Splunk

Windows Server

Linux

Job description

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We are seeking a skilled and proactive Network Administrator to support the installation, configuration, and maintenance of our enterprise IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will manage and optimize local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), data communications systems, and both physical and virtualized server environments. This role ensures the integrity, availability, and performance of critical infrastructure, supporting both business operations and cybersecurity compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, and data communication networks.
• Administer physical and virtual servers, operating systems, and core network services.
• Monitor systems and network performance to ensure uptime, integrity, and resource availability.
• Analyze system and network logs, verifying successful completion of scheduled jobs including backups and patch deployments.
• Manage user access controls and authentication mechanisms across systems and networks.
• Perform software installations, upgrades, and license management for networked systems.
• Support network planning, modeling, and performance analysis activities.
• Coordinate between hardware, software, and IT support teams for integrated systems maintenance.
• Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and network topologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0+ years or related experience.
• A current DoD TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Proficiency with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking platforms.
• Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, or Splunk).
• Strong working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching protocols.
• Experience with server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux).
• Scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python are a plus.
• Knowledge of ITIL and change management best practices.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience preferred.
• Industry certifications strongly preferred:
• Network+: CompTIA
• CCNA/CCNP: Cisco
• MCSA/MCSE: Microsoft
• Security+ or equivalent, if handling DoD or sensitive environments.
  

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Full time

Security Clearance: Top Secret, TS/SCI

Schedule: 40 hours per week, on-site

Work Location: Pax River, MD

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range - MD: $83,000-$110,000 depending on experience and the level hired into

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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