Network Administrator

TECHEAD; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHEAD is seeking a Network Administrator to support the Space Domain Awareness mission at the 19 SDS. You will maintain LAN/WAN networks, install Cisco/Juniper gear, and ensure security compliance. The role requires readiness for 24/7 on-call support and collaboration with DISA and base teams to enable real-time data flows.

Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years in network environments, familiarity with STIGs, and experience with copper/fiber cabling. U.S.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years in network administration or related environments.
• Experience with LAN/WAN, Cisco/Juniper gear, and security basics.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs and CND concepts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor NIPRNet and SIPRNet infrastructure for availability.
• Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot Juniper and Cisco gear.
• Apply STIGs and document firewall rules via PPSM.
• Install and maintain copper and fiber-optic cabling and racks.
• Support incident/change management and on-call requirements.
• Assist with facility systems configurations and upgrades.

Skills

LAN/WAN maintenance

Cisco/Juniper routing & switching

Cable installation & fiber optics

COMSEC processes

STIG compliance

24/7 on-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Juniper equipment

Cisco equipment

Job description

TECHEAD is celebrating over thirty-five years of incredible heritage, talent, and accomplishments! To learn more about TECHEAD, visit us at TECHEAD.com or on Glassdoor.

Role Title: Network Administrator

Role Overview

Join our defense team supporting the critical Space Domain Awareness mission at the 19th Space Defense Squadron (19 SDS). In this role, you will maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize mission-critical communication lines, local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN), and specialized COMSEC infrastructure. Your work directly enables real-time data flow between 19 SDS and the global Space Surveillance Network (SSN), supporting the warfighter around the clock.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Operations & Administration: Perform daily setup, maintenance, and monitoring for NIPRNet and SIPRNet infrastructure to guarantee network availability, throughput, and operational readiness.
• Hardware & Infrastructure Support: Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, 802.1X security appliances, and related hardware components.
• Security & Compliance: Implement Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) STIGs and Computer Network Defense (CND) requirements. Submit firewall exemption rules and documentation via the Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) framework.
• Physical Layer & Cable Maintenance: Install, terminate, test, and repair copper and fiber-optic cabling. Maintain rack configurations, grounds, power routing, and peripheral hardware.
• Incident & Change Management: Utilize NIPR/SIPR REMEDY accounts under the Change Management role to track, isolate, and resolve network outages or degradation promptly.
• Facility & Systems Support: Assist with public address (Bogen TPU250) system configurations and liaise with DISA and base infrastructure teams regarding upgrades, facility mods, and future integration efforts.

Basic Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus 1–3+ years of experience in network administration, system operations, or contractor support environments.
• Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship with an active TS/SCI security clearance (or demonstrated eligibility for immediate TS/SCI readmission).
• Core Technical Skills:
• Hands-on experience maintaining LAN/WAN systems, Cisco/Juniper routing and switching equipment.
• Proficiency in physical cable installation, fiber optic repair, and cable management standards.
• Familiarity with classified information handling, COMSEC processes, and STIG compliance.
• Operational Readiness: Ability to support mission-essential operations, including 24/7/365 emergency on-call response for critical system outages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with the Space Surveillance Network (SSN), satellite catalog operations, or USSF/USSPACECOM environments.

TECHEAD's mission is to make our associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.