What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Network Administrator position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support
At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a Principal Network Administrator, you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
As a Principal Network Administrator, you'll be responsible for monitoring the performance and security of comprehensive IT systems, including networks, servers, applications, and cloud environments. You'll apply STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) to harden and secure the infrastructure, ensuring robust, resilient operations that protect sensitive data and enable mission success in a high-threat landscape. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include monitoring network performance, conducting security assessments, and securing network infrastructure.
By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices, perform patch management, and support incident response aligned with ITIL and RMF processes. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Washington, DC.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 6 years of experience in network administration, with a focus on performance monitoring and security in enterprise or government environments
- Proven expertise in applying STIGs to secure network, server, application, and cloud infrastructure, including hands-on experience with DoD-compliant tools and frameworks
- Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
- Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA, RMF) and ITIL practices for service assurance
- Proficiency in networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, VPNs), monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, PRTG), and security platforms (e.g., Cisco ASA, Palo Alto firewalls)
- Excellent analytical skills for troubleshooting complex issues across hybrid IT ecosystems under high-pressure conditions
- U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract obligations
- Behaviors that will help someone excel in this role:
- Applies extensive expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines
- Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment
- May function in a project leadership role
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Certifications such as CCNP Security, CISSP, or CompTIA Security with STIG-specific training (e.g., DoD Cyber Exchange courses)
- Experience supporting DoD or large federal customers, including multi-cloud environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and application-layer security
- ITIL 4 Foundation or higher certification, with emphasis on service operation and security management
- Background in scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation of STIG checks and performance reporting
- Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., GIAC GSEC for advanced security hardening)
- MCSA, VCP certification
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Salary : $115,779 - $196,825