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Sr Network Administrator with Security Clearance

SMS Data Products Group, IncMiddle River, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 28, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Sr. Network Administrator role offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage your skills in a mission-critical environment, directly contributing to the modernization of vital infrastructure for the Air National Guard. You'll thrive here if you are a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in NIPR/SIPR network operations and a passion for continuous learning and technical advancement. Submit your resume today to join a reputable company dedicated to supporting its employees' growth and development.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
On Site
Location
Middle River, MD, United States
Posted
1 week ago
Splunk

Job Description

SMS is hiring a Sr. Network Administrator to support our Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) contract. This position will provide Tier 2-4 Network Administration support augmenting Air National Guard Communications Squadron personnel in operating NIPR and SIPR Base Area Network infrastructure. This position is located in Baltimore, MD. Since 1976, SMS has specialized in modernizing legacy IT and sustaining complex enterprise environments for federal agencies.

With the goal of building long-term partnerships with our customers, we invest in our employees by providing the training, tools, and support they need to keep critical missions operational, improve performance, and reduce risk. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com . Submit your resume today! Job Responsibilities

  • Provides Tier 2 network administration support augmenting Air National Guard Communications Squadron personnel in operating legacy NIPR and SIPR Base Area Network infrastructure
  • Performs shared Tier 2 network administration responsibilities including network monitoring, troubleshooting, security patching per vendor guidance, and configuration management
  • Configures network equipment including switches, routers, and wireless controllers per vendor engineering design
  • Maintains network device configurations and implements approved changes following change management processes per TO 00-33A-1100
  • Monitors network performance using SolarWinds, Splunk, and other network management tools
  • Troubleshoots network connectivity issues, routing problems, VLAN configurations, and switching infrastructure
  • Performs security patching and vulnerability remediation on network devices
  • Responds to Time Compliance Network Orders (TCNOs), Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs), and USCYBERCOM/AFCYBER TASKORDs
  • Participate in local configuration control board meetings
  • Coordinates with Tier 3/4 Subject Matter Experts for complex troubleshooting requiring advanced engineering support
  • Documents network changes in Enterprise ITSM solution (ServiceNow)
  • Retains administrative privileges and access alongside Communications Squadron personnel Required Qualifications
  • BA/BS Degree
  • 8+ years of relevant experince
  • Cisco CCNA or equivalent
  • CompTIA Security+ required
  • Active DoD Secret required SMS is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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