IT Specialist Senior – Networking

About the Role

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an IT Specialist Senior – Networking to support a long-term enterprise IT and cybersecurity program based in Crane, IN. The IT Specialist Senior – Networking will provide Tier 2/3 network support, troubleshooting, and optimization across enterprise infrastructure, with a strong focus on Cisco networking technologies. This position requires an active Secret Clearance and is onsite in Crane, IN.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 2/3 support for enterprise network infrastructure
• Install, configure, integrate, and troubleshoot IT and networking systems
• Troubleshoot and optimize Cisco routers, switches, and related network equipment
• Support enterprise routing and switching infrastructure
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols
• Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, VPNs, NAT, and related networking technologies
• Support network upgrades, new installations, and infrastructure modernization
• Perform Tier 3 troubleshooting, optimization, and performance management
• Support IPv6, EIGRP, BGP, VLAN, VPN, and NAT environments
• Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to ensure secure network operations
• Integrate enterprise, regional, and local IT systems while maintaining network availability
• Diagnose and resolve complex network connectivity and performance issues
• Support network recovery efforts following outages or service disruptions
• Document network configurations, troubleshooting procedures, system changes, and technical solutions
• Collaborate with network engineers, system administrators, cybersecurity teams, and other technical stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior IT and network personnel

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT experience; 10+ years preferred
• Active Secret Clearance
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and enterprise networking equipment
• Experience providing Tier 2/3 network administration and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of enterprise routing and switching
• Experience with IPv6, EIGRP, BGP, VLANs, VPNs, and NAT
• Experience with IP, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise network protocols
• Experience supporting network upgrades, installations, and infrastructure integration
• Strong network troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification required
• CCNA certification required; waiver may be considered
• Microsoft certification preferred; waiver may be considered
• CCNP, CCDP, MTA, MCSA, or MCTS certification preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with technical and cybersecurity teams

Compensation

• Salary: $100,000 - $110,000
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and Paid Holidays

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