Network Administrator; Network Communications

Network Administrator (Network Communications
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Requisition Number: 26099

Employment Type:

Full Time / Salaried / Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $88,834.00 – $ per year

Security Clearance:
Top Secret

Level of

Experience:

Senior

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Base Pay Range: $88,834.00/yr – $/yr

HII – Mission Technologies is seeking a Network Administrator for a high‑priority project that is part of its Space Protection and Response Solution Contract. The project aims to provide innovative technology solutions to safeguard the Nation’s space mission capabilities across multi‑domain, joint, and coalition conflict scenarios. In this role you will implement and maintain the organization’s network infrastructure, ensuring performance, availability, and security of all network systems.

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot WAN/LAN equipment including routers, switches, multiplexers, and VPNs.
• Manage internetworking protocols (IP, VLANs, VTP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, multicast) across Cisco, Juniper, and Brocade platforms.
• Perform packet‑level diagnostics using Net Flow, protocol analyzers, sniffers, and log analysis.
• Apply DoD STIGs to network devices and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Monitor network performance using tools such as Solar Winds.
• Assist in network design, documentation, and implementation.
• Support cross‑domain connectivity and implement robust network security measures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 9 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; 7 years with a Master’s; 4 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or, a High School Diploma or equivalent with 13 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in network operations and support within DoD or federal environments.
• Hands‑on experience with cross‑domain solutions and network security planning.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Security+, or an equivalent IAT Level II certification.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• CCNP certification or equivalent.

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity are required to meet the duties of the position.

Competitive benefits that include best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; a 401(k) savings plan; financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and time off; tuition reimbursement; and early‑childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

HII builds the world’s most powerful naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, skies, lands, space, and cyber domains. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business professionals. We value safety and well‑being, provide a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and career‑growth opportunities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the employment process, please e‑mail  with the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. The email address is reserved for accommodation requests only. You may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 (press #3 for HII Mission Technologies) for assistance.