Network Administrator

General Dynamics Information Technology
Sierra Vista, United States of America
17 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
$ 92K

Job location

Sierra Vista, United States of America

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Border Gateway Protocol
Computer Security
Hot Standby Router Protocol
Routing
Network administration
Open Shortest Path First
Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols
Software Troubleshooting
Juniper
Information Technology
Palo Alto Networks
Cisco networks

Job description

  • Supports the stability, security, and efficient operation of Army enterprise network environments within the NETCOM Global Management Team (GMT).
  • Provides mid-level administration, monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting of critical network infrastructure that supports the Army Enterprise Network and JRSS environments.
  • Operating within a 24/7/365 mission environment, the Network Administrator assists with incident response, maintains boundary security devices, applies DoD/Army cybersecurity policies, and collaborates with mission partners such as Theater Signal Commands, DISA, RCCs, and NECs.
  • Contributes to managing routers, firewalls, load balancers, and related network services while supporting automation initiatives, documentation updates, and compliance with enterprise security requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your network expertise and drive for continuous improvement to GDIT. The Network Administrator must have

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in related field (ex. Information Technology or Cybersecurity)

Experience

  • 1+ years of related experience in network administration or support

Technical Skills

  • Experience supporting DoDIN Army or DoD networking environments preferred
  • Strong understanding of routing and switching fundamentals (OSPF, BGP basics, VRRP/HSRP)
  • Experience working with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, or similar platforms
  • Familiarity with DISA STIGs, RMF processes, ACAS, and Army cybersecurity compliance
  • DoD8140 certification required (e.g., Security+ CE, CEH, Cloud+, GCIH, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)
  • Network certification such as CCNA, JNCIA, or equivalent, preferred

Security Clearance

  • Active Top Secret with SCI

Role Requirements

  • Ability to support global maintenance windows and after-hours operational needs

*Ideal candidate brings solid technical knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to support mission-critical systems in a fast-paced operational setting

  • Ability to work onsite or hybrid based on mission requirements

  • Ability to operate effectively in a 24/7 mission-critical environment

  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and analytical skills, 1 + years of related experience

  • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA Travel Required

Less than 10% Citizenship

Benefits & conditions

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience, The likely salary range for this position is $68,000 - $92,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

About the company

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure., We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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