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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Administrator - **Company:** C & M PRESTON'S REAL ESTATE LLC - **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Access Network, Amazon Web Services, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, System Configuration, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Connections, Network Monitoring, Network Service, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Web Application Security, Network Routers, Dynamic Routing, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Network Support, Palo Alto Networks - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bd60c847-539c-4b30-9fcc-2d5784d8d22a ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of relevant experience; additional applicable experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Experience monitoring enterprise network performance, security, availability, and connectivity. * Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting routers and switches. * Experience with BGP and OSPF dynamic routing protocols. * Experience configuring and supporting 802.1X. * Experience troubleshooting site-to-site/IPSec VPN tunnels. * Ability and willingness to work 3rd shift (10:00 PM-6:00 AM) and support a 24x7 operational environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred Qualifications * Previous experience supporting DISA/DISA mission partners, including AWS cloud or cloud-based network environments. * Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph preferred, with hands-on experience administering or troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks devices. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Network Administrator - 3rd Shift to support the Compartmented Enterprise Services Office (CESO) effort. CESO is establishing a modern Secure Web Services (SWS) operation as part of a highly automated platform supporting a rapidly expanding mission-partner environment. The Network Administrator will provide overnight network operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and incident-response support within a high-security DoD environment. 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