Network Specialist

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Specialist to support a company focused on mission-critical network operations, deployment support, and cybersecurity initiatives within the federal defense sector. This position is on-site at Carderock, MD. The Network Specialist will provide direct network engineering, deployment, and technical support for operational environments supporting Department of the Navy missions through 2028. This is an opportunity to support deployed operations and ensure secure, reliable communications for mission-essential activities. Responsibilities for the Network Specialist include: Provide network technical guidance and support during the planning and execution phases of deployments and exercises.Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS solutions, DNS, Active Directory, Exchange, and other enterprise network infrastructure.Support deployed units with computer and network operations, ensuring reliable connectivity and rapid issue resolution.Coordinate deployment logistics, including hardware and software requirements, travel documentation, equipment transportation, post-deployment reporting, and asset recovery. Required Qualifications for the Network Specialist include: 2+ years of experience providing deployed network or operational IT support.Experience supporting Cisco networking environments, including routers, switches, and related technologies.Active IAT II Certification (CySa+, Sec+)Active Secret Clearance.CCNA certification preferred. Compensation for the Network Specialist includes: Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000 depending on experienceFull Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Sick leave as required by law SEO Keywords: Network Specialist, Network Support Engineer, Cisco Networking, CCNA, Cisco Certification, Layer 2 Routing, Layer 3 Switching, Network Administration, Network Operations, Secret Clearance, Department of the Navy Support, Active Directory, DNS, Exchange Server, Firewall Administration, IDS, IPS, Information Assurance, Deployment Support, Network Troubleshooting, Enterprise Networking, Router Configuration, Switch Configuration, Cybersecurity Support, On-Site Network Engineer, Carderock MD, Federal IT Support, Defense Networking, Microsoft Certification, Network Infrastructure, Operational IT Support, Travel Required, Secure Communications, Systems Support Engineer, Network Technician, Mission-Critical Networks