Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Saalex Corporation in

Ridgecrest (CA)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan

Life insurance

PTO

Disability insurance

Training & development

Wellness resources

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Job summary

Saalex is seeking a Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator in Ridgecrest, CA to support the design, implementation, security, and sustainment of enterprise network and computing environments. The selected candidate will serve as a technical lead for network infrastructure, cybersecurity compliance, systems administration, and modernization initiatives supporting mission-critical operations.

The role is a full-time onsite position in Ridgecrest, CA with a salary range of $105k-$120k

Qualifications

Experience designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting complex network solutions.
Experience supporting WAN, BAN, and LAN environments.
Experience administering routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
Experience with system hardening, STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership within a team environment.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, administer, and troubleshoot enterprise network and computer systems.
Support WAN, BAN, LAN, and wireless infrastructure.
Lead network modernization, upgrades, patching, firmware updates, and infrastructure sustainment activities.
Implement network security controls, system hardening, STIG compliance, and vulnerability remediation efforts.
Maintain system documentation, network diagrams, and configuration baselines.
Support cybersecurity audits, compliance requirements, and Government-directed security controls.
Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and customer stakeholders to resolve technical issues and improve system performance.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Network security

Routing & switching

Systems administration

Cybersecurity compliance

Leadership

Technical communication

Education

Master's degree in IT/CS/IS/Engineering

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS/Engineering

Job description

Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Finance)

Saalex is seeking a Senior Network & Systems Administrator in Ridgecrest, CA to support the design, implementation, security, and sustainment of enterprise network and computing environments. The selected candidate will serve as a technical lead for network infrastructure, cybersecurity compliance, systems administration, and modernization initiatives supporting mission-critical operations.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $105k-$120k annually (depending on experience)

Work Location: Onsite. Ridgecrest, CA.

Essential Functions:

Design, implement, administer, and troubleshoot enterprise network and computer systems.
Support WAN, BAN, LAN, and wireless (Wi-Fi) infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and related technologies.
Lead network modernization, upgrades, patching, firmware updates, and infrastructure sustainment activities.
Implement network security controls, system hardening, STIG compliance, and vulnerability remediation efforts.
Maintain system documentation, network diagrams, and configuration baselines.
Support cybersecurity audits, compliance requirements, and Government-directed security controls.
Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and customer stakeholders to resolve technical issues and improve system performance.
Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure and computer systems.
Experience designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting complex network solutions.
Experience supporting WAN, BAN, and LAN environments.
Experience administering routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless network technologies.
Experience with system hardening, STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, patching, firmware updates, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Strong knowledge of routing, switching, network security, and enterprise infrastructure sustainment.
Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership within a team environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desired:

CCNA certification or equivalent experience demonstrating expertise in routing, switching, and network security.
Experience supporting DoD or Federal Government environments.
Experience implementing DISA cybersecurity controls and supporting compliance activities.
Experience supporting Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Palo Alto, or similar enterprise networking technologies.
Experience leading infrastructure modernization or network engineering projects.

Education/Years of Experience:

Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field and 5 years of related experience OR a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field and 9 years of related experience required.

Security Clearance:

Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Top Secret clearance preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

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