Network Admin

Desktop Service Center, Inc.
Dahlgren, VA, United States
10 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

IEEE 802.1X Cisco Routers CompTIA Security+ Information Systems System Configuration Network Security Network Control Network Administration NIPRNet Computer Network Operations Firewalls (Computer Science) Juniper
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Hardware Infrastructure Cisco

Job description

Network Operations & Administration: Perform daily setup, maintenance, and monitoring for NIPRNet and SIPRNet infrastructure to guarantee network availability, throughput, and operational readiness. Hardware & Infrastructure Support: Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, 802.1X security appliances, and related hardware components. Security & Compliance: Implement Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) STIGs and Computer Network Defense (CND) requirements. Submit firewall exemption rules and documentation via the Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) framework. Physical Layer & Cable Maintenance: Install, terminate, test, and repair copper and fiber-optic cabling. Maintain rack configurations, grounds, power routing, and peripheral hardware. Incident & Change Management: Utilize NIPR/SIPR REMEDY accounts under the Change Management role to track, isolate, and resolve network outages or degradation promptly. Facility & Systems Support: Assist with public address (Bogen TPU250) system configurations and liaise with DISA and base infrastructure teams regarding upgrades, facility mods, and future integration efforts.

Requirements

Education & Experience: High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus 1-3+ years of experience in network administration, system operations, or contractor support environments. Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship with an active TS/SCI security clearance (or demonstrated eligibility for immediate TS/SCI readmission). Core Technical Skills: Hands-on experience maintaining LAN/WAN systems, Cisco/Juniper routing and switching equipment. Proficiency in physical cable installation, fiber optic repair, and cable management standards. Familiarity with classified information handling, COMSEC processes, and STIG compliance. Operational Readiness: Ability to support mission-essential operations, including 24/7/365 emergency on-call response for critical system outages. Preferred Qualifications

Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, or equivalent). Familiarity with the Space Surveillance Network (SSN), satellite catalog operations, or USSF/USSPACECOM environments.

About the company

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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