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# Network Administrator

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Apple IOS, Border Gateway Protocol, Firmware, Networking Hardware, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Control, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Networks, Identity Services Engine, Computer Network Operations, Juniper, Cisco
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/network-administrator-20560-washington-dc-usa-58834376

## About the Role

This and network implementations * Operate as an independent engineer in remote locations with limited supervision * Conduct detailed information gathering and root cause analysis for complex problems * Perform network ticket resolution and incident analysis to drive closure * Provision new devices via administrative access and research errors for incident resolution * Route service requests to appropriate teams for incident resolution * Review and implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) Tasks * TS/SCI security clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph * Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or Master with 3+ years or PhD with 1+ year (plus 4 years of experience in lieu of degree) * Experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRF, MPLS, or 802.1x) * Experience with Cisco ISE * Familiarity with KG-175 Series TACLANES configuration, fault isolation, and firmware upgrades * Familiarity with Cisco and Juniper network devices * Active IAT Level
II Certification * Active CCNA Certification Key requirements * overtime eligibility * shift differential * discretionary bonus * Top Secret/SCI w/ poly clearance * career development in national security IT

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you support enterprise network operations, collaborating with the Network Operations Center to resolve break/fix issues and deploy updates across routers and switches. You drive documentation, SOPs, and incident analyses while performing controlled changes and upgrades. You work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous network availability and security, tackling complex problems with creativity and proven experience. This position offers meaningful impact in a mission-critical, security-focused environment. Compensation / Benefits * Coordinate ticket acceptance and resolution with Network Operations Center and staff * Execute approved network changes (VLAN, ACL, port assignments) * Perform IOS upgrades on routers and switches * Upgrade routing and switching technology to ensure enterprise continuity * Draft SOPs for network operations * Resolve network failures and accessibility issues * Support site surveys, engineering designs data calls and network implementations * Operate as an independent engineer in remote locations with limited supervision * Conduct detailed information gathering and root cause analysis for complex problems * Perform network ticket resolution and incident analysis to drive closure * Provision new devices via administrative access and research errors for incident resolution * Route service requests to appropriate teams for incident resolution * Review and implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) Tasks * TS/SCI security clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph * Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or Master with 3+ years or PhD with 1+ year (plus 4 years of experience in lieu of degree) * Experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRF, MPLS, or 802.1x) * Experience with Cisco ISE * Familiarity with KG-175 Series TACLANES configuration, fault isolation, and firmware upgrades * Familiarity with Cisco and Juniper network devices * Active IAT Level II Certification * Active CCNA Certification Key requirements * overtime eligibility * shift differential * discretionary bonus * Top Secret/SCI w/ poly clearance * career development in national security IT


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