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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Administrator (MDA) - **Company:** the Trace - **Location:** Hill Air Force Base, UT, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Multitier Architecture, Microsoft Outlook, Configuration Management Databases, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Junos, Microsoft Office, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Network Routers, Computer Network Operations, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, SC Clearance, Performance Monitor, Cisco - **Published:** June 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/87edd836-ac49-41db-9aeb-beab06b2576a ## About the Role * Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance. * Due to the nature of the work and US Government requirements, ship is required. * Must possess a DoD-8570 IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent) at the time of start. * Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment, including rotating shifts. * Demonstrated experience in network monitoring, troubleshooting, and service restoration. * Experience in one or more of the following areas: alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, or performance monitoring. * Proficiency in at least one of the following: routers, switches, routing protocols, Cisco, Juniper, MPLS. * General understanding of network and transport topologies, including IP and DWDM environments. Desired Qualification * Experience in a Tech Control Facility (TCF) or Cyber Transport environment. * Background in circuit actions and coordination with telecom vendors. * Familiarity with IP architecture and network design principles. * Experience working in a Telco Network Operations Center (NOC), including inside and outside plant operations. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Teams. * Additional certifications are a plus, including: * CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate); * JNCIA-Junos (Juniper Networks Certified Associate); * F5 Networks Certified Technical Specialist; * ITILv4 (Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Version 4)., * High school diploma. ## Description Trace Systems is actively recruiting for an experienced and cleared Network Administrator to join our team on-site at Hill AFB, UT. This position supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), providing 24/7/365 technical and operational support as part of a high-visibility, mission-critical Network Operations Center (NOC). Responsible for performing and training team members on the following duties: * Execute network operations, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and analysis of customer traffic across transport and IP infrastructures supporting MDA and DISA operations. * Perform real-time failovers and normalization of services and circuits during outages and maintenance windows to ensure service continuity. * Provide incident detection, correlation, escalation, and resolution support in accordance with Tier I and Tier II NOC responsibilities. * Maintain situational awareness and proactively communicate service interruptions and status updates to leadership, customers, and partner organizations. * Support change management and configuration tasks including software upgrades, patching, hardware replacement, and ASI implementation. * Use incident management and configuration management systems to document all incident lifecycle phases and maintain CMDB accuracy. * Provide mentorship and training to junior staff, contribute to documentation updates, and drive process improvements within the NOC. * Apply expert knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: routers, switches, routing protocols, DWDM, video services, cryptographic devices, VPN, network taps, firewalls, IDS/IPS, Promina, MSPP, and Cisco/Juniper platforms. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)