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# Senior Network Administrator

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Odenton, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $92,300.0 - $166,850.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Linux, Issue Tracking Systems, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Network Routers, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, Virtual Environment, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Cisco, Servicenow
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9078555/senior-network-administrator

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline with 8+ years of overall related experience, or additional years of experience will suffice in lieu of degree
 * Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret with SCI.
 * At least 3 years Linux and/or Windows familiarity
 * Currently possess DoD 8140 certification supporting Network Operations Specialist (e.g. SEC+, CEH, etc.)
 * Currently possess CCNA/CCNP or equivalent OR the ability to obtain the certification within 90 days of start date., * Integration of Network Management (NM) and Element Management (EM) systems with network performance, trouble ticketing, and security subsystems highly desired.
 * Experience with a ticketing system such as BM, Service Now, ITSM or Remedy.
 * ITIL v3 Foundation certified
 * Experience working with virtual environments.

## Description

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos has a career opening for a Senior Network Administrator on a DISA contract. This role is 100% on the customer site at Fort Meade, MD. Administrator will provide support for assigned systems supporting Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS)., * Works independently to perform configuration of assets to include switches, load balancers, routers, and Firewalls

 * Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates and implement security measures on Cisco Juniper, and Dell network assets.
 * Create and maintain system documentation, configuration management, and change management efforts accurately and timely
 * Complete checklists and manage devices to mitigate cyber security controls and measures as required.
 * Assist in the implementation of global projects for Network architecture upgrades by providing technical insight, projected necessary actions, timelines, and resource availability
 * Implement recurring security requirements on network devices
 * Communicate with external partners to coordinate troubleshooting efforts where required.
 * Utilize moderate System Administration skills in both Linux and Windows environments to navigate current systems while managing network assets.
 * Provide architectural and topology recommendations where efficiencies can be made.


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