Junior Network Administrator

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!The Role Assist in the configuration, deployment, and management of routers, switches, and Session Smart Router (SSR) appliances. Support the design and implementation of routing policies, service policies, and traffic steering configurations on SSR/128 Technology platforms. Perform LAN switching administration including VLAN configuration, spanning tree, trunking, and port security on Juniper EX Series and/or Cisco Catalyst platforms. Assist with the configuration and troubleshooting of routing protocols including OSPF and BGP. Monitor network health, availability, latency, and throughput using network management tools. Support configuration and maintenance of firewall rules, access control lists (ACLs), and IPsec VPN tunnels.What You'll Need Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience and certifications. Active and current DoD TS/SCI Clearance. DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification at IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+ CE required at minimum). Demonstrated understanding of OSI model, TCP/IP, subnetting, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, static routing), and WAN technologies. Practical experience with LAN switching concepts on Juniper EX Series or Cisco Catalyst platforms. Strong analytical and troubleshooting mindset, clear communication, and ability to work in a team environment.What's On Offer Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced routing and switching platforms. Role within a structured and security-conscious environment. Support for ongoing professional development and certifications.Apply via Haystack today!