Network Administrator

Job ID: T2510502

Location: Washington, DC, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-05

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Network Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID

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.