Role at a glance
- Salary
- $102K – $178.4K/yr
- Location
- Arlington, Virginia, United States
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Experience
- Experience with systems administration, programming or networking
- Visa support
- US Citizen
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Role Summary
The Network Specialist supports secure network and system operations across commercial and classified environments and serves as the Alternate COMSEC Custodian. The role supports encrypted communications paths, secure enclaves, and mission-critical systems while maintaining infrastructure security and operational continuity.
What You'll Do
- Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and virtualized environments
- Support encrypted communications paths, secure enclaves, and mission-critical systems
- Implement and maintain configuration management, access controls, and system hardening
- Monitor system performance, availability, and security events and respond to incidents and outages
- Maintain documentation for network diagrams, system configurations, and operational procedures
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Required
- Experience with systems administration, programming or networking
- Experience in network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP)
- COMSEC Training (eg IAEC 2112, AFMAN-17-1302-0)
- Familiarity with secure system administration and access control principles
- Experience working in environments with encryption, certificates, or cryptographic services
- Ability to follow strict accountability, documentation, and procedural requirements
- Prior COMSEC Manager/Alternate/Tertiary experience
- Security+, Network+, or similar certifications
Preferred
- •Prior experience supporting classified systems or secure environments
- •Experience with PKI, certificate authorities, or trust services
- •Experience coordinating across security, IT, and commercial technical teams
Original job description
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Original job description
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Key job responsibilities
•Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot secure network and system infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and virtualized environments
•Support encrypted communications paths, secure enclaves, and mission-critical systems
•Implement and maintain configuration management, access controls, and system hardening in accordance with security requirements
•Monitor system performance, availability, and security events; respond to incidents and outages
•Maintain accurate documentation for network diagrams, system configurations, and operational procedures
Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance.
Basic Qualifications
- Experience with systems administration, programming or networking- Experience in network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP)
- COMSEC Training (eg IAEC 2112, AFMAN-17-1302-0)
- Familiarity with secure system administration and access control principles
- Experience working in environments with encryption, certificates, or cryptographic services
- Ability to follow strict accountability, documentation, and procedural requirements
- Prior COMSEC Manager/Alternate/Tertiary experience
- Security+, Network+, or similar certifications
Preferred Qualifications
- •Prior experience supporting classified systems or secure environments- •Experience with PKI, certificate authorities, or trust services
- •Experience coordinating across security, IT, and commercial technical teams
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, VA, Arlington - 102,000.00 - 178,400.00 USD annually
About the company
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Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. Initially starting as an online bookstore, it has since expanded its offerings to include a vast range of products and services, including electronics, fashion, and digital content. With Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company also provides powerful cloud solutions to businesses around the world. Known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to operational efficiency, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, consistently seeking new ways to enhance customer experiences.
Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. Initially starting as an online bookstore, it has since expanded its offerings to include a vast range of products and services, including electronics, fashion, and digital content. With Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company also provides powerful cloud solutions to businesses around the world. Known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to operational efficiency, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, consistently seeking new ways to enhance customer experiences.