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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Administrator, Senior - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $166,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxy Servers, VoIP, Software as a Service, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Oracle Exadata, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Systems Analysis, Information Technology Operations, Internet Protocol, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Planning and Design, Routing, NIPRNet, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Release Management, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Scripting, Internet Protocol Telephony, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Tenable Nessus, Data Management, DODAF - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=25a659f3673e25a2 ## About the Role * Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD * Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance. * Candidate must meet ONE of the following: + Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field; OR + Relevant DoD/military training (examples: M0923W1; A-102-5888; A-102-5599 (SNOOP); C-150-1401; W-150-4575; S-250-1095; A-531-0022; A-531-0009; A-531-0045; A-113-0381; A-113-0342; A-121-0594 (P/L); A-104-0084; A-150-4219 (P/L); A-150-9020 (P/L); C-531-0038); OR + Relevant professional certification or equivalent experience (examples: SecurityX/CASP+; CCNP Security; CCSP; FITSP-O; GFACT). * Required experience and skills: + Network engineering/operations experience with at least 3 years leading enterprise network programs or NOC operations. + Expert hands-on proficiency with routing/switching, firewall/VPN administration, VoIP systems, DNS, virtualization, and multi-domain (NIPR/SIPR/cloud) environments. + Demonstrated experience applying DISA STIGs, coordinating patching/IAVM workflows, vulnerability remediation, and supporting RMF/ATO evidence requirements. + Strong skills in automation/scripting (PowerShell/Python), monitoring/SIEM tooling, configuration management, and network performance tuning/capacity planning. + Proven ability to lead cross-functional incident response, produce decision-grade technical briefings, and manage large-scale deployments and modernization efforts. * Desired: + Prior DoD/ARNG/NETCOM experience supporting multi-domain enterprise networks and COOP/DR capable infrastructures. + Experience with SD-WAN, Exadata/engineered systems integrations, automated provisioning/orchestration, and cloud connectivity patterns. + Familiarity with enterprise architecture integration, cost estimating for fielding, and mentoring/leading distributed operations teams. ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Network Administrator Senior to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard. Responsibilities * Lead enterprise network operations across classified and unclassified environments to ensure availability, security, and performance of DoDIN services for NGB, ARNG, and State JFHQs. * Operate and support 24/7 NOC functions providing Tier 1-3 and IT operations support; monitor WAN links, IP networks, circuits, and enterprise services (data, voice, video). * Administer, configure, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, DNS, web proxies, VoIP systems, and virtualized infrastructure across CONUS and state ICANs. * Plan and execute modernization activities: hardware refresh, software updates, device reconfiguration, endpoint management, and site implementations for NIPRNet/SIPRNet. * Maintain STIG/IAVM/RMF-aligned configurations, support DCWF work roles, and produce technical documentation, change records, and modernization/status reports. * Support cloud and enterprise hosting (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS) by administering virtual platforms, performing patching/tuning, and sustaining ATO-ready configurations. * Develop and maintain automation, workflows, SOPs, runbooks, and diagrams for change/release management, ticketing, incident handling, and configuration management per ITIL/DoDAF. * Administer SIEM and scanning tools, perform vulnerability mitigation and countermeasure deployment, and coordinate incident response with SOC, CIRT, NETCOM, ARCYBER, and RCC-ARNG. * Manage Army 365 and enterprise email services, licensing, provisioning, circuit lifecycle tasks, VoIP topology planning, and network design/implementation support. * Conduct engineering sustainment, fielding, installation activities, produce cost/material estimates, and contribute to EA, data management, and systems analysis for network scalability and resilience. ## Related Videos - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [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) ## 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) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)