Network Administrator

Company: CGI
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 5, 2026

Job Description:

Position Description: CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for a Network Administrator within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities. The Network Administrator installs, configures, and maintains an organization's computer networks and systems, including hardware like routers and switches, software, servers, and firewalls. Key duties include monitoring network performance, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring network security, and providing technical support to users. Essential skills involve expertise in networking concepts, operating systems, hardware management, and strong problem-solving abilities. CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality, scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced, outcome-driven mission. This position is located in USA VA Arlington, however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Your future duties and responsibilities: • Installation & Configuration: Setting up and configuring network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls, along with the associated software and services. • Maintenance & Upgrades: Performing regular maintenance, applying software and security updates, and upgrading network equipment and systems to improve performance and security. • Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Consistently monitoring network stability and performance, diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues, and addressing user support requests. • Security: Implementing and maintaining network security programs, installing firewalls, and ensuring proper authentication configurations to protect data and communications. • Documentation: Creating and maintaining technical documentation for network systems, user settings, and network policies and procedures. • User Support: Providing technical support to users, assisting them with network-related issues and resolving configuration problems. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: Journeyman: • Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 2 to 5 years of experience • Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly highly desired • Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of networking concepts, operating systems, servers, routing protocols, and diagnostic software. • Hardware & Software: Hands-on experience with network infrastructure (LANs, WANs), server management, and cybersecurity devices. • Problem-Solving: Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues effectively. • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to communicate technical information to non-technical users and management. • Organization: Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, maintain system documentation, and work independently. Senior: • Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 to 10 years of experience • Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly highly desired • Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of networking concepts, operating systems, servers, routing protocols, and diagnostic software. • Hardware & Software: Hands-on experience with network infrastructure (LANs, WANs), server management, and cybersecurity devices. • Problem-Solving: Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues effectively. • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to communicate technical information to non-technical users and management. • Organization: Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, maintain system documentation, and work independently. SME: • Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 10 years of experience • Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly highly desired • Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of networking concepts, operating systems, servers, routing protocols, and diagnostic software. • Hardware & Software: Hands-on experience with network infrastructure (LANs, WANs), server management, and cybersecurity devices. • Problem-Solving: Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues effectively. • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to communicate technical information to non-technical users and management. • Organization: Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, maintain system documentation, and work independently. CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $100,000.00 - $200000.00. CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive insurance options • Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time • Paid parental leave • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance • Wellness and Well-being programs CGIFederalJob LI-LB1 ClearanceJobs CGIintelligencecareers MARSCareers Skills: Intelligence What you can expect from us: Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. 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CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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