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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Administrator - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $97,008.0 - $164,914.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, Disaster Recovery, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Functions Virtualization, Ansible, Supercomputing, Systems Integration, Backup and Restore, YAML, Network Switches, High Performance Computing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Computer Equipment, Performance Monitor, Hardware Infrastructure, Firewall Services Module, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9141076/senior-network-administrator ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and minimum 3-5 years of progressive growth as a network administrator/engineer or equivalent expereince. * Hands on experience in networking, routing, switching and firewall configuration. * Excellent knowledge around management, control, and monitoring of server infrastructure * Ability to maintain STIG configurations. * Ability to set up and configure server hardware and integrate into advanced integrations. * Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies * Juniper or Cisco training * DOD 8570 / DOD 8140 compliant security certification (e.g. - CompTIA Security+, CASP+, etc.) * Computing environment certification (e.g. - CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA) Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Minimum 4-7 years of progressive growth as a network administrator/engineer * Experience with network automation (Ansible, Python, Yaml, etc.) ## Description The U.S. Army Research Laboratory hosts some of the fastest supercomputers in the world and we are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting individual interested in this fast-paced challenging opportunity. Join Team BAE for an exciting opportunity supporting the High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) providing cutting edge services and technology to this, and many other Supercomputers at the ARL-DSRC. The qualified candidate will provide multi-disciplinary support for a variety of network devices ranging from network switches, routers, and firewalls. As a BAE employee, you will be supporting the backbone for the Army's world class supercomputing environment and High Performance Computing resources at the ARL-DSRC. As a BAE employee you will provide hands-on support for testing, development, and operational support for the entire ARL-DSRC supporting advanced network solutions. These tasks will include: * Maintain and administer computer networks for High-Performance Computing related environments. * Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems. * Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware. Monitor performance of computer systems and networks and provide recommendations to improve the network architecture. * Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and firewall software. * Analyze equipment performance records to determine the need for repair or replacement. * Perform routine network startup and shutdown procedures and maintain control records. * Maintain logs related to network functions, as well as maintenance and repair records. * Maintain network and firewall configurations to STIG compliance. * Maintain STIG checklists and other documentation. * Participate in on-call rotation with other team members that may require after hours on-site support. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [CI/CD with Github Actions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/856-ci-cd-with-github-actions) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)