Senior Network Administrator III – DoD-Cleared Network Ops

Saalex; Tidewater (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a Network Administrator III to support Navy operations in Tidewater, VA. This role involves administering and securing network infrastructure to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards. Candidates should have 5–7 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in IT or Networking. Responsibilities include monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring network integrity. The position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in network administration or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, Security+).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret, Top Secret, or SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer network infrastructure including routers, switches, and services.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Implement network configurations, patches, and updates.

Skills

Network administration experience

Troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs)

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Network monitoring and management tools

Enterprise network technologies (routing, switching, firewalls)

Job description

A defense contractor is seeking a Network Administrator III to support Navy operations in Tidewater, VA. This role involves administering and securing network infrastructure to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards. Candidates should have 5–7 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in IT or Networking. Responsibilities include monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring network integrity. The position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance.