Senior Network Administrator

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Network Administrator based in the United States. Support mission-critical military communications and command-and-control operations as a Senior Network Administrator working across classified and unclassified IT environments. Based onsite at Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford, Massachusetts, this role helps maintain the secure, resilient infrastructure required to support Air Force and Space Force missions. You will oversee network administration, communications systems, virtualization, technical support, and infrastructure modernization while ensuring systems remain available, secure, and reliable. Working alongside government personnel, military stakeholders, and engineering teams, you will help integrate technology solutions that enable effective collaboration and operational decision-making. Your expertise will also contribute to cybersecurity compliance, risk management, systems accreditation, and the continuous improvement of enterprise IT services. This opportunity is suited to an experienced IT professional who thrives in a complex defense environment and wants to contribute to technologies supporting national security and the warfighter.

The Senior Network Administrator will maintain and improve classified and unclassified network environments, communications infrastructure, and enterprise IT services supporting critical command-and-control and defense acquisition operations. Key responsibilities include: Network Administration and Communications: Administer and support local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), web systems, electronic messaging services, wireless networks, voice systems, and other classified and unclassified communications infrastructure. Mission-Critical IT Support: Maintain secure and reliable network services supporting government, military, engineering, and mission integration teams. Facilitate secure communications for discussions involving sensitive requirements, system designs, and operational challenges. Infrastructure Planning and Implementation: Assess, plan, coordinate, install, and maintain government-furnished computer systems. Evaluate hardware, software, and network architecture to improve system performance and reliability. Telecommunications and Cabling: Support telecommunications infrastructure, including phones, voicemail, videoconferencing, network cabling, Cat 5 installations, fiber-optic cabling, and related connectivity services. Application and Systems Support: Assist with the development and maintenance of web-based IT equipment management tools, portal applications, and custom government software applications. Help Desk and Customer Support: Perform help desk management functions, troubleshoot technical issues, manage service tickets, and assist users with access to enterprise and defense acquisition applications. Enterprise Application Administration: Support systems such as the System Program Office Management Information System, ABSS, CAS, CPARS, Joint Computer-Aided Acquisition and Logistic Support, Joint Engineering Data Management Information and Control Systems, and Defense Security Assistance Management System, along with future government applications. Virtualization and Server Management: Administer VMware virtual machine environments, including high-availability server solutions, and support the integration of new systems into existing infrastructure. Systems Integration and Modernization: Identify and resolve integration issues, assess emerging technologies, and recommend system upgrades that improve availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability. Performance Analysis: Analyze system utilization, network traffic interruptions, user complaints, hardware and software capabilities, and other performance indicators. Coordinate with Air Force Networks to address infrastructure issues. Cybersecurity and Accreditation: Develop, maintain, and support documentation and technical artifacts required for security certification and accreditation of classified and unclassified systems, including compliance with applicable Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) or Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. Security Risk Assessment: Review proposed systems, networks, and commercial software for potential security vulnerabilities and usability concerns. Advise government decision-makers on security gaps and recommended improvements. IT Asset and Administrative Support: Support IT property custodianship, information system security activities, software license procurement and distribution, government mobile phone management, and other administrative IT functions. Technical Reporting and Collaboration: Communicate technical findings, contribute to briefings for senior leadership, and work independently or collaboratively with government and contractor teams. Requirements: The ideal candidate will bring extensive network administration and enterprise IT experience, a strong understanding of defense environments, and the ability to manage secure infrastructure in a demanding acquisition setting. Required and preferred qualifications include: U.S. Citizenship: Must be a United States citizen. Security Clearance: Must hold and be able to maintain an active Secret-level security clearance. Education and Experience: Either a bachelor’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years supporting Department of Defense programs, or at least 15 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 8 years supporting DoD programs. Cybersecurity Certification: Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification, as outlined in DoD 8570.01-M, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program, Table AP3.T2. Network and Systems Administration: Experience supporting enterprise networks, IT infrastructure, computer systems, communications services, and systems integration in complex environments. Information Systems Knowledge: Background in information systems technology, computer science, and business systems. Cybersecurity and Compliance: Familiarity with information system security, security documentation, certification and accreditation processes, and applicable DoD cybersecurity requirements. IT Administration: Experience or knowledge related to IT property custodianship, Information System Security Officer (ISSO) responsibilities, software license procurement and distribution, government mobile phone administration, and Level 1 administrative support. Virtualization and Infrastructure: Experience with server administration, VMware environments, network cabling, and enterprise infrastructure maintenance is valuable. Analytical and Organizational Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational capabilities, with the ability to evaluate technical issues and recommend effective solutions. Communication and Leadership: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver technical briefings to senior leadership. Prioritization and Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced defense acquisition environment while maintaining technical quality and compliance. Independent and Team-Based Work: Ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively with government stakeholders, military personnel, and contractor teams. Work Location: Ability to work onsite at Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford, Massachusetts. Travel: Willingness to travel when requested by the customer. Benefits: Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial security, work-life balance, and professional development. Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional Health Coverage: TRICARE supplement options, health savings accounts (HSAs), and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching. Insurance Protection: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. Employee Assistance: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid Leave: Paid time off and paid holidays. Learning and Development: Professional learning and development benefits. Compensation: Final compensation is determined by factors including applicable federal contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location.