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Fairfax, VAJob$95–125K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
GovCIO is hiring a Senior Network Administrator to monitor and maintain enterprise network and system operations at its Merrifield, Virginia site. The role includes network performance and security monitoring, troubleshooting and escalation, WAN connectivity and service-ticket management, and COMSEC equipment and encryption-key duties. It is fully onsite and requires an active Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability.
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Full job description
Fairfax, Virginia
Secret
On-site only
IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering & Operations
Overview
GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Network Administrator with an active Secret clearance to
monitor and maintain enterprise network and system operations by proactively tracking performance and security, troubleshooting and escalating issues, managing WAN connectivity and service tickets, supporting COMSEC equipment and encryption key management, and ensuring compliance with established operating procedures. This position is located in Merrifield, VA and is a fully onsite position.
Responsibilities
This position monitors the network stability and performance in order to maintain continual operations. Performs initial triage and troubleshooting for network/systems issues, documents steps taken and escalates to appropriate service support groups. Monitors Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) health and performance. Monitors server health, event logs and performance counters. Follows System Operating Procedures (SOP). Opens and tracks service tickets with WAN circuit vendors. Performs troubleshooting/problem resolutions on Wide Area Network (WAN) issues. Works with various types of network infrastructure tools and equipment such as Cisco, Juniper, and Forerunner, and leverages network analysis tools such as Cisco Prime, SolarWinds, Identity Services Engine, Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager, Science Logic SL1, etc.
COMSEC Duties:
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Pull and review Audit Logs monthly
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Rekey and verify configuration for OCONUS backup/spare Taclanes
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Update software on Taclanes across the enterprise
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Conduct bi-monthly inventory on COMSEC equipment
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Configure replacement Taclanes
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Manage daily operation reports and tickets
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Update keys monthly
An ideal candidate is a cleared network operations professional with NOC experience, strong Cisco/Juniper networking skills, DoD-compliant cybersecurity knowledge, COMSEC/TACLANE experience, and the ability to troubleshoot, document, and maintain mission-critical government network infrastructure in a highly regulated environment.
Qualifications
High School with 9+ years network administration (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills and Experience
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NOC experience
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strong Cisco/Juniper networking skills
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DoD-compliant cybersecurity knowledge
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COMSEC/TACLANE experience, and the ability to troubleshoot, document, and maintain mission-critical government network infrastructure in a highly regulated environment.
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Clearance Required: Active sectre with ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability
Posted Salary Range
USD $95,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
What You Can Expect
Interview & Hiring Process
If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:
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During the Interview Process
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Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
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Camera must be on
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A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
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During the Hiring Process
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Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
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Background check, to include:
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Criminal history (past 7 years)
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Verification of your highest level of education
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Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
Employee Perks
At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Corporate Discounts
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Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
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Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
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Referral Bonus Program
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Internal Mobility Program
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Pet Insurance
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Flexible Work Environment
*Available to full-time employees
Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
How this job compares
Set against the 744 open Network Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$95–125K/yr
- Virginia median$95–133K/yr48 salary ranges
- US median$98–133K/yr478 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $110K, is 4% below the Virginia median midpoint ($114K) — in the middle half of Network Administrator salary ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 66 open Network Administrator jobs in Virginia and 744 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
- TekSynap10 open
- Huntington Ingalls Industries7 open
- Leidos5 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 9 years of experience — more than three in four Network Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 639 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 197 of the 744 open Network Administrator jobs (26%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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