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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Administrator - Secret Clearance - **Company:** DUNHILL PROFESSIONAL SEARCH - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $90,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Backup Devices, BASIC (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Software Documentation, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, System Configuration, Data Centers, File System Permissions, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Issue Tracking Systems, Linux Servers, Networking Basics, Backup and Restore, Computer Network Operations, SC Clearance, Information Technology - **Published:** August 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9044077/network-administrator-secret-clearance ## About the Role Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. * 1-3 years of experience in junior system administration, NOC support, or similar infrastructure operations roles focused on monitoring and first-line remediation. * Foundational understanding of system administration concepts, including user and group management, file system permissions, basic networking, and routine health checks for Windows and/or Linux servers. * Training or practical experience with system monitoring tools, ticketing systems, backup solutions, and basic virtualization concepts. * Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and document system configurations, changes, and incidents accurately. * Candidates must be US citizens with a current SECRET security clearance (active within last 24 months). Preferred Qualifications * Hands-on experience administering servers and core services in a NOC or data center operations environment using common tools and consoles. * Entry-level infrastructure certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, or platform-specific junior administrator certifications. * Familiarity with ITIL practices and experience working in a structured operational environment with formal procedures and shift handoffs. #cjpost ## Description Exciting remote opportunity supporting a large government agency! This is a new federal contract award offering growth opportunity and stability. Candidates eligible for this remote position MUST NOT reside in the following states....WA, CA, MA, CT, and NY. Salary range is 70-90k, various levels available! This is a 24/7/365 operation so seeking individuals who are flexible and especially open to night shift, most schedules require at least 1 weekend shift. The Network Administrator supports day-to-day operation of systems and core services within a network operations center to help ensure reliable, highly available network and server infrastructure. The role focuses on monitoring servers and key applications, performing basic troubleshooting, and executing routine maintenance activities under the guidance of senior administrators. Working in a fast-paced federal IT environment, this position follows standard operating procedures for patching, backup and restore activities, and user and access management. The administrator documents system configurations, changes, and incidents to support auditability, shift handoffs, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities * Monitor servers, operating systems, and core services using monitoring and ticketing tools, reviewing alerts, opening and updating tickets, and prioritizing actions based on business impact. * Execute standard operating procedures for routine system administration tasks, including patching, basic configuration changes, service restarts, backup verification, and user and group management. * Assist with troubleshooting common system issues such as resource exhaustion, service failures, login problems, and connectivity issues, escalating incidents that exceed runbook guidance. * Maintain accurate system documentation, including inventories, configuration baselines, change records, and incident logs to support compliance and repeatable operations. * Participate in coordinated incident response, backup and recovery activities, and security-related monitoring tasks that intersect with system administration. * Collaborate with network and security teams to gather diagnostic information, implement corrective actions, and validate restoration of affected services. * Support adherence to incident, change, and configuration management processes, ensuring that activities are properly recorded and approved. ## Related Videos - [The Software Bug All Stars - and what we can learn from them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/423-the-software-bug-all-stars-and-what-we-can-learn-from-them) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Build Your Own Subscription-based Course Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/321-build-your-own-subscription-based-course-platform) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)