Jr Network Administrator

Job#: 3045377

Job #: 3045377

Apex Systems is seeking a Network Administrator to join one of our government clients in Ft. Meade, MD.

We are seeking a Network Administrator with 4+ years of experience supporting enterprise network environments. This role will be responsible for network infrastructure administration, firewall configuration and troubleshooting, hardware configuration management, and Linux-based systems support. The ideal candidate will have experience with Palo Alto firewalls, network troubleshooting, and systems administration within complex environments.

• Administer, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure and connected hardware devices.
• Perform configuration management activities for network and infrastructure hardware.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize network connectivity, performance, and security.
• Configure, deploy, and support Palo Alto firewalls, including firewall policy management, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Support initiatives to enable remote service capabilities through firewall technologies and security solutions.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure components and security appliances.
• Provide Linux systems administration support utilizing command-line tools and scripting.
• Assist with the deployment, administration, and future expansion of Trellix server environments.
• Participate in network hardware installation and infrastructure refresh projects.
• Respond to and resolve network outages, connectivity issues, and infrastructure incidents.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure secure and reliable network performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and configuration records.

• 4+ years of overall experience and a Bachelors degree. Other level of degrees will be accepted with correlating years of experience.
• Sec+ certification or other DoD 8140 certification
• Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting enterprise firewall environments.
• Experience configuring and supporting Palo Alto Firewalls.

Location:

Ft. Meade, MD

Clearance Level:
Top Secret or TS/SCI in the last 2 years

Salary/Pay range: $40-50/hr

Schedule:

5:00am-1:00pm OR 11am-7pm

Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense Top Secret clearance as a condition and continuation of employment*

At Apex Systems, we are proud to support those who serve. Our commitment to the military community is reflected in our robust veteran hiring initiatives, military-friendly workplace policies, and nationally recognized programs. We value the leadership, discipline, and mission-first mindset that military professionals bring to our team. Join us in continuing your mission.

Military-Friendly Employer
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Recognized as a Military Friendly Employer for multiple consecutive years.

Transition Programs
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DoD Skill Bridge program with multiple pathway options.

Veteran Hiring Commitment
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We actively partner with multiple veteran and military organizations that specialize in IT upskilling and certification training, helping service members and veterans transition into high-demand tech careers

Apex Military Network
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Internal employee resource group supporting veterans, Guard/Reserve members, and their families.

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information,…