Senior IT Specialist - Network Infrastructure

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior IT Specialist – Network to support a long-term Department of Defense program providing IT and cybersecurity services to the Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN). This individual will provide Tier 2/3 network support for mission-critical Marine Corps infrastructure. This position is onsite at the Pentagon and requires an active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities for the Senior IT Specialist – Network Include:

• Provide Tier 2/3 troubleshooting and operational support for enterprise network infrastructure.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and networking equipment.
• Troubleshoot IP networking, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, NAT, and routing protocols.
• Support network upgrades, installations, integrations, and performance optimization.
• Diagnose complex network connectivity and performance issues and drive incidents through resolution.
• Support enterprise network availability while coordinating with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams.

Qualifications for the Senior IT Specialist – Network Include:

• 7–10+ years of IT experience with a strong focus on enterprise networking.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting Cisco routers, switches, and network infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, IPv6, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, NAT, EIGRP, and BGP.
• Experience providing Tier 2/3 network troubleshooting and operational support.
• CCNA required; CCNP highly preferred.
• IAT Level III certification required.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• Experience supporting DoD, Marine Corps, Navy, or other federal network environments preferred.

Compensation for the Senior IT Specialist – Network Includes:

Salary Range: $48.08 - $52.88 hourly rate depending on experience.

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, and Sick Leave as required by law.

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