Classified Network Administrator

Date Posted:

2025-04-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA105: BBN Headquarters 10 Moulton Street , Cambridge, MA, 02138 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

This position requires active and transferable Secret U.S. government security clearance

RTX BBN Technologies, a subsidiary of RTX, is the research company behind many revolutionary advances that we take for granted today. BBN is where email was invented, and the first routers were implemented. Today, BBN's scientists and engineers are working to advance the state-of-the-art on topics ranging from machine language translation to quantum cryptography. BBN offers the opportunity to perform exciting and revolutionary research that solves important problems in an exciting, collaborative environment.

The Business Infrastructure group at RTX BBN Technologies' Cambridge, MA office is seeking a Network Administrator.  Our team handles all aspects of IT including but not limited to: core (Cisco) network infrastructure, phone systems, lab setups, server installs and configuration, scripting, automation, and VM management.  You will work mainly in our classified lab environments as a network administrator as well as collaborating with colleagues in Cambridge and our other remote offices.  You'll work independently, installing and configuring server hardware and networking equipment.  You will also work directly with our engineering staff, external vendors, and collaborators to solve complex and interesting problems.

The ideal candidate would have a moderate amount of networking knowledge, applicable certificates, and some experience with classified US Government networks.  You should be able to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly and effectively. Flexibility and attention to detail is essential to this teams’ success. 

What You Will Do:

• Work with our Security team to ensure the network conforms to customer specification. (NIST and RMF requirements)
• Work with team members to propose, design, purchase, and implement technical solutions to customer requirements.
• Perform regular network device maintenance with regards to software updates, hardware refreshes, licensing, and changing requirements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot networking issues in the lab as they relate to other lab technologies including but not limited to Active Directory, antivirus software, network authentication services, or upstream network connections.
• Work with multiple parties inside and outside of the Company to achieve networking goals within lab environments.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Networking (or related field) and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience, or 8 years of relevant professional experience without/in lieu of a degree
• Knowledge of networking essentials and Cisco Network Appliances, including routers, Layer 2 and 3 switches, and ASA Firewall/VPN devices
• Current Cisco CCNA or equivalent certification
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Willingness to collaborate with others towards a common goal
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 standards and the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Current DoD-approved baseline IAT II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, ISC2 SSCP)
• Knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco ISE application
• Relevant experience with classified US government networks
• Familiarity with DISA’s SCAP and STIG process and procedure
• Experience with Trellix Endpoint Security Suite or relevant endpoint software
• Experience with Nessus Scanner, ACAS, or other vulnerability scanner

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

• Relocation Assistance available
• This position is Onsite working situation at our Cambridge, MA headquarters

To help you achieve your goals, BBN will provide:

• A strong leadership team well-versed in government R&D.
• A collaborative and collegial environment to push state-of-the-art research.
• Technically competent pool of research scientists who are willing to mentor, listen, and help you refine your r