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Network Administrator II

American Systems Corporation

Point Mugu NAWC, CAFull-time$120–155K/yrPosted 3w agoStill listed today

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Compensation
$120–155K/yr
Location
Point Mugu NAWC, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

IAT Level II Certification, requiredTop Secret clearance, required

Job overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Network Administrator II to support and maintain network infrastructure across domestic and international environments and data centers on a federal contract. The role focuses on network reliability, security, and performance, including Cisco infrastructure, troubleshooting, security measures, and network upgrades. The administrator will collaborate with IT teams and support junior administrators. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience may be considered.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cisco Networking, requiredRouting Protocols, requiredNetwork Architecture, requiredNetwork Monitoring, requiredNetwork Management Tools, requiredNetwork Security, requiredFirewall Technologies, requiredVPN Solutions, requiredSecure Remote Access, requiredVirtualization Technologies, requiredCloud Networking, nice to have

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship, requiredActive Secret or Top Secret SCI Clearance, requiredFederal Background Investigation, requiredBachelor's in Computer Science or Related, nice to haveIAT Level II Certification, required2+ Years Network Administration, requiredCCNA Certification or Equivalent Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.

Responsibilities

An average day: As Network Administrator II, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining the network infrastructures within domestic and international environments and data centers. This role contributes to a large enterprise effort on a federal contract, focusing on ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of network systems. You will collaborate with senior team members and cross-functional IT teams to implement network solutions and troubleshoot issues effectively. Additionally, in this position you will:

  • Assist in the management and maintenance of Cisco-based network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.

  • Monitor network performance, identify issues, and implement troubleshooting measures to ensure optimal functionality.

  • Collaborate with IT teams to support the integration of new network solutions and technologies.

  • Implement network security measures to protect sensitive data and comply with federal standards.

  • Maintain documentation related to network configurations, procedures, and operational standards.

  • Provide support and guidance to junior network administrators and assist in their training and development.

  • Participate in capacity planning and network upgrade projects as needed.

  • Coordinate with vendors for network equipment procurement and support services.

  • Ensure adherence to SLAs and assist in reporting on network performance and incidents.

  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to contribute to network improvements.

Qualifications

  • As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.

  • Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.

  • Will be subject to a federal background investigation.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.

  • Must hold a current 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP)

  • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in network administration, with a focus on Cisco technologies.

  • Knowledge of Cisco networking technologies, including CCNA certification or equivalent experience.

  • Familiarity with routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP) and basic network architecture principles.

  • Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).

  • Basic understanding of network security measures and familiarity with firewall technologies.

  • Exposure to VPN solutions and secure remote access technologies.

  • Understanding of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) related to network operations.

  • Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.

Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $155,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

How this job compares

Set against the 760 open Network Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$120–155K/yr
  • California median$99–138K/yr36 salary ranges
  • US median$99–133K/yr470 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $138K, is 17% above the California median midpoint ($118K) — in the middle half of Network Administrator salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 45 open Network Administrator jobs in California and 760 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Network Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 659 postings).
Education
128 of the 760 open Network Administrator jobs (17%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 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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