Network Administrator

VAE INC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VAE, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced Network Administrator to support a DISA program.

The role covers configuring, maintaining, and securing enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco, Juniper, and Dell platforms, plus VMware Horizon components for secure active virtual desktop sessions. The successful candidate will apply methodical root-cause troubleshooting to resolve complex issues spanning interdependent hardware and software systems, working on-site in Fort Meade, MD 5 days a

Qualifications

• Requires Active TS/SCI clearance and DoD 8570 baseline certification (e.g., Security+).
• On-site role in Fort Meade, MD; telework not offered.
• Experience configuring and maintaining Cisco, Juniper, and Dell network assets with routine maintenance and security hardening.
• Experience configuring VMware Horizon components and managing desktop sessions securely.

Responsibilities

• Configure switches, load balancers, routers, and firewalls for enterprise operations.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates, and security hardening on network assets.
• Apply root-cause analysis to resolve complex issues across hardware and software.
• Configure and manage VMware Horizon Connection Servers, UAGs, and desktop pools.
• Securely hand off and manage active virtual desktop sessions at the network boundary.
• Implement and monitor network security measures and detect anomalies.
• Document configurations, topology changes, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with systems and VDI teams for reliable end-to-end connectivity.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

DoD 8570 baseline certification

Network troubleshooting

VMware Horizon administration

Network security implementation

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Dell networking hardware

VMware Horizon

Job description

VAE, Inc. is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to support a DISA program. This role is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and securing enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco, Juniper, and Dell platforms, and for managing the VMware Horizon components that hand off and secure active virtual desktop sessions. The successful candidate will apply methodical, root-cause troubleshooting to resolve complex issues spanning interdependent hardware and software systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure switches, load balancers, routers, and firewalls to support enterprise network operations.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates, and security hardening on Cisco, Juniper, and Dell network assets.
• Apply methodical root-cause analysis to resolve complex issues across interdependent hardware and software systems.
• Configure and manage VMware Horizon Connection Servers, Unified Access Gateways (UAG), and desktop pools.
• Securely hand off and manage active virtual desktop user sessions at the network boundary.
• Implement and maintain network security measures and monitor traffic for anomalies or intrusions.
• Document network configurations, topology changes, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with systems and VDI administration teams to ensure reliable, secure end-to-end connectivity.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• DoD 8570 baseline certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent).
• Ability to work in Fort Meade, MD 5 days a week. No opportunities for telework.
• Ability to configure switches, load balancers, routers, and firewalls.
• Experience performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates, and implementing security measures on Cisco, Juniper, and Dell network assets.
• Demonstrated methodical root-cause analysis when tracking down complex bugs across interdependent hardware and software systems.
• Experience configuring VMware Horizon Connection Servers, Unified Access Gateways (UAG), and desktop pools to hand off and manage active user sessions securely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco and/or Juniper certification (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA).
• Experience with network automation and scripting.
• Experience in DoD or federal network environments.

The VAE,Inc. pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyÂand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.