Secret-Cleared Deployed Network Specialist

Zachary Piper, LLC; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Plan

Holidays

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Deployed Support Specialist to support mission-critical military network operations in Carderock, MD. The role focuses on Cisco routing and switching, Active Directory, firewalls, and network security to design, maintain, and optimize enterprise networks in a regulated environment.

The ideal candidate has an active Secret clearance and hands-on experience with Layer 2/3 routing, Cisco equipment, AD, and security technologies, with willingness to travel as

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in network engineering, network operations, systems support, or technical support.
• Active Secret Security clearance required.
• Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing and switching.
• Hands-on experience configuring and supporting Cisco network infrastructure.
• Experience administering Active Directory environments.
• IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE.
• OEM network support certification (Cisco CCNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure environments.
• Perform Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing and switching configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Support Global Navy Marine Corps network operations and mission-critical communication systems.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco networking equipment, including routers and switches.
• Monitor network performance and resolve complex infrastructure issues using independent judgment and technical expertise.
• Support and maintain firewall technologies and network security controls.
• Assist with IDS/IPS management and overall network security initiatives.
• Administer and support Active Directory environments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, system configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with technical teams to identify infrastructure improvements and recommend strategic solutions.
• Support systems architecture planning and network modernization initiatives.
• Travel as needed to support network operations and project activities.

Skills

Network engineering

Network operations

Cisco networking

Active Directory

Security+ CE

IAT Level II

DoD environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cisco Routers

Cisco Switches

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Deployed Support Specialist to support mission-critical military network operations in Carderock, MD. The role focuses on Cisco routing and switching, Active Directory, firewalls, and network security to design, maintain, and optimize enterprise networks in a regulated environment.

The ideal candidate has an active Secret clearance and hands-on experience with Layer 2/3 routing, Cisco equipment, AD, and security technologies, with willingness to travel as