Network Administrator - TS/SCI Required

TEKsystems; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems has a career opening for a Sr Network Administrator on a DISA contract, based 100% on site at Fort Meade, MD. The role requires hands-on configuration of switches, routers, load balancers, and firewalls, with emphasis on security controls and global project support.

Ideal candidates will hold an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, CCNA/CCNP, Security+ or equivalent, and DoD 8750 IAT II certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 8+ years of overall related experience, or additional years of experience suffices in lieu of degree.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain DoD Top Secret with SCI.
• At least 3 years Linux and/or Windows familiarity.
• Currently possess DoD 8750 certification at IAT level II (e.g., Security+ ce or higher).
• Currently possess CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.
• Active DoD clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or Interim Secret/Interim Top Secret; U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Configure network assets including switches, load balancers, routers, and firewalls.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates and implement security measures on Cisco, Juniper, and Dell network assets.
• Create and maintain system documentation, configuration management, and change management efforts.
• Complete checklists and manage devices to mitigate cybersecurity controls and measures.
• Assist in implementing global projects for network architecture upgrades by providing technical insight and timelines.
• Implement recurring security requirements on network devices.
• Communicate with external partners to coordinate troubleshooting efforts.
• Utilize Linux and Windows systems administration to navigate current systems while managing network assets.
• Provide architectural and topology recommendations for efficiencies.

Skills

Cisco networking

Security clearance

Linux

Windows

DoD 8750 IAT II

CCNA/CCNP

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Dell network assets

Firewalls

Load balancers

Job description

Description

TEKsystems has a career opening for a Sr Network Administrator on a DISA contract. This role is 100% on the customer site at Fort Meade, MD.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works independently to perform configuration of assets to include switches, load balancers, routers, and Firewalls

Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates and implement security measures on Cisco Juniper, and Dell network assets.

Create and maintain system documentation, configuration management, and change management efforts accurately and timely

Complete checklists and manage devices to mitigate cyber security controls and measures as required.

Assist in the implementation of global projects for Network architecture upgrades by providing technical insight, projected necessary actions, timelines, and resource availability

Implement recurring security requirements on network devices

Communicate with external partners to coordinate troubleshooting efforts where required.

Utilize moderate System Administration skills in both Linux and Windows environments to navigate current systems while managing network assets.

Provide architectural and topology recommendations where efficiencies can be made.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline with 8+ years of overall related experience, or additional years of experience will suffice in lieu of degree

Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret with SCI.

At least 3 years Linux and/or Windows familiarity

Currently possess DoD 8750 certification at IAT level II, e.g. Security+ce or higher.

Currently possess CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.

This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)

Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Meade, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Meade,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.