Network Administrator 3 - Fort Meade, MD with Security Clearance

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a highly competent TS/SCI with Polygraph cleared Network Administrator 3 to support the design and maintenance of its network of specialized hardware for a demanding workforce.

The role requires deep technical knowledge across UNIX/Linux, CISCO IOS, Windows Server, and SQL environments. The selectee will contribute to Systems Requirements, strategic planning, and training, while ensuring security and IA compliance across complex networks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years of experience.
• Associate's Degree with 8+ years of experience.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• CCNA, CCNP or Network+ preferred; Security+ meets DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II.

Responsibilities

• Implement various network technologies and end-user support including systems requirements, project management, and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated experience in advanced system architecture, IA concepts, and hardware/communication tech.
• Working knowledge of UNIX/LINUX, Cisco IOS, Windows Server, and MS SQL.
• Experience with routing protocols, switching, LAN/WAN media and protocols.
• Plan and organize work and translate user requirements into responsive applications.
• Demonstrated IA concepts and requirements knowledge.
• Experience working independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communications, time management, and organization skills to meet deadlines.

Skills

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

UNIX/Linux

Windows Server

Cisco IOS

MS SQL

Job description

Overview About M.C. Dean M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence . We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

Position Summary:

M.C. Dean is seeking a highly competent TS/SCI with Polygraph cleared Network Administrator 3 to assist on the design and maintenance of its network of specialized hardware, the selectee will be expected to provide a high level of service to a demanding workforce with specialized hardware and software needs.

Responsibilities Position Responsibilities:

• Implementing various network technologies and end-user support to include some of the following: Systems Requirements, project management and strategic planning, Operational Requirements, Enterprise Strategic Planning and operations, Unix/Linux system software, Test & Evaluation, and Training.
• Demonstrated experience in advanced system architecture; information assurance; hardware technologies; digital/analog communications technologies.
• Working knowledge of the following systems: UNIX/LINUX, CISCO IOS, Windows Server, and Microsoft SQL.
• Experience in the use of routing protocols and switching technologies, LAN/WAN medias and protocols.
• Ability to plan and organize work and interact with technical and non-technical personnel translating user requirements into responsive applications.
• Demonstrated detailed knowledge of IA concepts and requirements.
• Experience working independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communications, time management, and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
• Qualifications Required Experience:
• High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years of experience
• Associate's Degree with 8+ years of experience
• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience
• Must have a TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Desired Certifications:
• CCNA, CCNP or Network+
• Security + or similar which meets current guidelines such as DOD 8140/8570 Baseline Certification IAT Level II.
• Abilities:
• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person. We offer an excellent benefits package including
• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid-time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave Pay Range USD $104,080.00 - USD $130,300.00 /Yr.