Junior Network Administrator

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!The Role Assist in the configuration, deployment, and ongoing 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 on Juniper EX Series and/or Cisco Catalyst platforms. 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. Execute software and firmware upgrades, patch management, and lifecycle maintenance activities for network devices.What You'll Need DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance. DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification at IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+ CE 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. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. Strong analytical and troubleshooting mindset, clear communication, and ability to work in a team.What's On Offer Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with routing and switching platforms. Work within a structured and security-conscious environment. Competitive compensation and benefits package.Apply via Haystack today!