Network Operations Specialist

Piper Companies; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Network Support Specialist to support a mission-critical federal program in Springfield, VA. The role requires active Top Secret with SCI eligibility and hands-on expertise in network operations.

Responsibilities include configuring and troubleshooting network devices, monitoring performance, and maintaining secure LAN/WAN environments. Eligible candidates must meet clearance requirements and bring Tier 2 troubleshooting experience.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in network administration/operations or related field.
• Hands-on experience with LAN/WAN.
• Experience working with electronic security devices (IDS, Access Control, CCTV, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network devices
• Handle Tier 2 issues and perform troubleshooting
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies
• Perform packet captures, analyze firewall logs, and resolve network issues using diagnostic tools
• Manage and secure LAN/WAN environments

Skills

Tier 2 troubleshooting

LAN/WAN

IDS/Access Control/CCTV

Tools

Security devices

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutionsis seeking aNetwork Support Specialistrole to support a mission-critical federal program out ofSpringfield, VA.***This role requires an ACTIVE Top Secret w/SCI Eligibility***

Responsibilities of the Network Support Specialist:

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network devices
• Handle Tier 2 issues and perform troubleshooting
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies
• Performpacket captures, analyze firewall logs, and resolve network issues using diagnostic tools
• Manage and secureLAN/WAN environments

Qualifications of the Network Support Specialist:

• 1+ years of experience in network administration/operations or related field
• Hands on experience with LAN/WAN
• Experience working with electronic security devices (Intrusion Detection, IDS, Access Control, CCTV, etc.)
• Tier 2 troubleshooting/maintenance experience
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance

Compensation of the Network Support Specialist:

• Salary: Between $80,000 - $115,000 annually based on years of experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 9/2/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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