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SAIC Network Administrator in Washington, District Of Columbia
Description
SAIC is seeking Network Administrators to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region.
Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.
The Network Administrator responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manages the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex, secure network systems critical to MARS
Ensures optimal network performance and reliability through proactive monitoring and precise tuning
Leads troubleshooting and resolution of advanced network issues, adhering to strict security protocols
Designs and enforces comprehensive network security policies and procedures
Collaborates with IT and intelligence teams on network projects to ensure seamless integration
Provides mentorship and expert guidance to junior administrators
Remains current with the latest networking technologies and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation within MARS
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
One of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, CEH, Cloud+, SecurityX/ CASP+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CCNP Security, CCSP, GSEC, Certified Network Defender (CND)
Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 9 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
Extensive experience in leading network administration, optimizing network performance, and implementing network security measures
Proficiency in managing complex network environments, configuring advanced routing protocols, and ensuring high availability
Strong understanding of network segmentation, VPNs, and load balancing
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
REQNUMBER: T2510502
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability