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Network Administrator; Associate or Experienced

Job in Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22070, USA
Listing for: The Boeing Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Network Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Network Administrator (Associate or Experienced)

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks a Network Administrator

to join our Networks and Computing IT team supporting classified programs.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience managing network devices, strong troubleshooting skills, and a solid understanding of network security principles. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance and offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies in a secure, fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and call manager systems.
  • Ensure high availability and secure connectivity across mission‑critical environments.
  • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to ensure optimal availability and security.
  • Support network access control, user authentication, and segmentation in compliance with security policies and frameworks.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement network security controls, vulnerability remediation, and incident response.
  • Assist with network capacity planning, upgrades, and documentation to support evolving program requirements.
  • Participate in system provisioning, patch management, and configuration backups.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to end users and other IT teams.
  • Maintain compliance with DoD security standards such as JSIG RMF and STIGs
    .
  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with emerging network technologies and security best practices.
Basic Qualifications
  • Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
  • TS/SCI OR successful completion of a Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years.
  • Eligibility for SAP access.
  • Minimum years of related experience: 1+ for level 2, 3+ for level 3.
  • Hands‑on experience with Cisco routers and switches and Cisco IOS implementations.
  • If not already within commuting distance of the worksite, willingness and ability to relocate at own expense.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of network security principles and best practices.
  • Experience administering enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Proficiency with layered network protocols.
  • Experience supporting classified or Special Access Programs (SAP).
  • Familiarity with network automation and orchestration tools.
  • Knowledge of network monitoring and logging tools (e.g., SNMP, Nagios, SIEM).
  • Experience with cloud networking and hybrid environments.
  • Security certifications such as CCNA
    , CCNP
    , CISSP
    , or equivalent.
  • Understanding of compliance frameworks such as RMF
    , JSIG, and STIGs.
Typical Education & Experience

Associate (level
2):
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master, 6 year's related work experience, etc.).

Experienced (level
3):
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience, 9 years' related work experience, etc.).

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteriaismet as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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