--- title: Senior Network Administrator at GovCIO description: GovCIO is hiring for the Senior Network Administrator role in Alexandria, VA. Pays $95K–$115K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/senior-network-administrator-at-govcio-01a10d63-8b47-7a67-9422-b35ae8c5ffc0 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join GovCIO as Senior Network Administrator in Alexandria, VA. Pays $95K–$115K per year. Full-time, hybrid role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/piydom.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [GovCIO](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/govcio?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Alexandria, VA (Hybrid) | | **Salary** | $95K/yr - $115K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 05, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** GovCIO sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 1 H-1B petition (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for GovCIO. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $102,000 – $136,000 a year (median $125,000). ## Description GovCIO is currently hiring a highly experienced **Senior** **Network Administrator** to serve as the technical authority for secure network infrastructure supporting a mission-critical U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) program. This position is located in Alexandria, VA and will be a hybrid position. This position focuses on administering, maintaining, and hardening high-security systems to ensure USCG operational readiness and continuous compliance with federal standards. **Responsibilities** The Senior Network Administrator will handle the technical administration and security enforcement of classified systems. Core responsibilities include: - Administer and maintain NIPRNet and SIPRNet network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, TACLANEs, and ensuring compliance with DoD and DISA security standards. - Implement and enforce security configurations and hardening across network devices, network support servers, and endpoints in accordance with STIGs and RMF requirements. - Review vulnerability scans (e.g., ACAS, SCAP), analyze findings and remediate security issues to maintain system accreditation. - Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, and change control records. - Support RMF lifecycle activities by preparing and updating accreditation artifacts such as System Security Plans, POA&Ms, and eMASS entries. - Monitor system performance and security alerts; troubleshoot connectivity, authentication, and configuration issues within classified environments. - Collaborate with cybersecurity teams, system engineers, and program leadership to align network resources with mission requirements. - Participate in technical reviews and change control boards; provide expert recommendations on design modifications and security posture improvements. - Stay current with emerging technologies, DoD cybersecurity mandates, and best practices for classified network operations. **Qualifications** High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience) **Required Skills & Experience** - Certifications: Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security, GSEC). - Bachelor's degree (or commensurate experience) and 8 years of experience. - Expert-level experience with Cisco routers (39xx, 4xxxx, 8K), switches (29xx, 38xx, 9K), and firewalls (55xx and above). - Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with TACLANEs (KG-175D/F/N/G) and GEM management console at a configuration and engineering build level. - Strong knowledge of DoD STIGs, RMF processes, and DISA security standards. - Proven ability to lead network hardening, vulnerability remediation, and accreditation efforts. Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance **Preferred Skills & Experience** - US Coast Guard experience highly preferred. - Experience with Cisco ISE, DoD Zero Trust implementation, and Infoblox DNS. - Expertise in designing robust, redundant, and failover TACLANE networks. - Experience working directly with senior government leadership or military officials. - Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and time management skills. **Posted Salary Range** USD $95,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr. ## Skills - Cyber Security - GIAC Security Essentials Certification - Cisco Certified Network Associate - Hardening - IBM Certified SOC Analyst - QRadar SIEM V7.4.3 Plus CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst - DoD IAT Level II Certification - Problem Solving - SIPRNet - Authentication (Software Security) - Cisco - System Security Plan (Ssp) - Security Content Automation Protocol - Secret Security Clearance - Electrical Equipment Components - Solution Architecture - NIPRNet - Interpersonal Skills - Plan of Action and Milestones (Poa&m) - Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (Acas) - Network Infrastructure - Network Support - Network Routing - Time Management - Xilinx Integrated Software Environment ISE - Vulnerability Scanning - Change Control - Zero Trust Security - Failover - Classified Environments - eMASS - Leadership - Security Technical Implementation Guides (Stig) - Domain Name System - Vulnerability Management - Firewall Configuration - Network Operations - CompTIA Security+ ## Related - [More jobs at GovCIO](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/govcio?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Network & Systems Administration jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/network-and-systems-administration?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Systems Administrator jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/network-and-systems-administration/systems-administrator?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Network Administrator jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/network-and-systems-administration/systems-administrator/network-administrator?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [IT Services and Consulting](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/it-services-and-consulting?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150239 jobs - [Virginia](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 99850 jobs - [Alexandria, VA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia/alexandria?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3148 jobs - [GovCIO](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/govcio?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 242 jobs ## Related pages - [IT Services and Consulting](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/it-services-and-consulting?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150239 jobs - [Virginia](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 99850 jobs - [Alexandria, VA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia/alexandria?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3148 jobs - [GovCIO](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/govcio?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 242 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)