Network Administrator

Fairygodboss; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 59,150 - 106,925; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Network Administrator to support mission-critical operations at Creech AFB Nevada. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, Security+ certification, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, along with 3+ years of hands-on network administration experience. Responsibilities include supporting RPA operations, ensuring connectivity, and troubleshooting network issues. This role requires the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary offered with a pay range between $59,150 and $106,925.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in network administration.
• Familiarity with long-haul transport and NSA Type 1 crypto devices.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve network issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installations and upgrades for Air Force RPA Operations Centers.
• Ensure connectivity and video dissemination across secure networks.
• Document and maintain key systems, adapting to shifting priorities.

Skills

Security+ certification

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS

Strong analytical skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

C4ISR operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Cisco IOS

IP routing

Linux

Juniper platforms

Job description

Ignite Your Career at Leidos – Where Innovation Meets Impact

At Leidos, we don’t just embrace challenges—we thrive on them. If you're ready to fast-track your career in a place where your skills will be pushed, sharpened, and celebrated, then join us. We're seeking a Network Administrator to support mission-critical operations at Creech AFB Nevada—a role that puts you at the technological heart of the U.S. Air Force's remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) operations.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Assist with installations, upgrades, and mission-critical support for Air Force RPA Operations Centers.
• Ensure around-the-clock connectivity and video dissemination across multiple secure networks.
• Configure LANs/WANs and firewalls, and develop implementation plans that deliver real results.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, all while documenting and maintaining key systems.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and complex technical puzzles—with independence and precision.

What You Bring to the Table: (Basic Qualifications):

• Security+ certification (per DoD 8570.01).
• An active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• A Bachelor’s degree is required in a related field and 3+ years of hands-on experience. Additional experience and certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Familiarity with Cisco IOS, IP routing, long-haul transport, and NSA Type 1 crypto devices.
• A solid grasp on C4ISR operations and tactical networking.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills—plus the drive to lead and learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military C5ISR experience.
• Hands-on MQ-9 operations center networking knowledge.
• CCNA certification and/or Cisco coursework.
• IP Multicast, fiber/copper cabling standards, and TACLANE experience.
• Fluency with Juniper and Linux platforms.

Note: This role involves shift work to support 24/7 operations.

Why Leidos?

Because here, you're not just filling a seat—you’re shaping the future of national security tech. With world‑class training, a culture of collaboration, and opportunities to grow fast, this is more than a job. It’s a launchpad.

Ready to step up? Let’s build something extraordinary together.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: March 3, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.