Network Administrator *Secret Clearance Required*

Network Controller / Network Administrator

Onsite | Scott Air Force Base - Illinois

24/7 Mission-Critical Operations

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

TEKsystems, our client is seeking a Network Controller / Network Administrator to support mission-critical telecommunications and network operations at Scott Air Force Base, IL. This role plays a vital part in enabling secure, reliable global communications that support national defense, operational readiness, and humanitarian assistance across the globe.
If you thrive in high-visibility environments and want your technical expertise to directly support critical government operations, this role offers challenging work, meaningful impact, and long-term career stability.

What You'll Do

As part of a 24x7 Global Network Support Center (GNSC), you'll support Transport, IP, and Unified Capabilities (UC) environments by:

• Investigating network and telecommunications system incidents
• Identifying, documenting, and resolving network errors
• Analyzing alarms and performance indicators to proactively identify issues
• Configuring, testing, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining:
  • Routers, switches, firewalls, and cryptographic devices
  • Voice and unified communications systems (VOIP, PBX, voicemail, call managers)
  • Video Teleconference (VTC) and video distribution systems
  • Optical, ATM, Promina, MSPP, and transport network systems
• Ensuring optimal performance while maintaining strict security and compliance standards

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma plus 3+ years of relevant technical experience
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) - required prior to start
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Ability to work rotational shifts in a 24/7 operational environment
• Experience with alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, or performance management
• Solid understanding of transport and IP network topologies

Technical Experience with One or More of the Following:

• Routers, switches, and cryptographic devices
• Cisco networking technologies
• VOIP, Unified Communications, PBX systems
• Avaya, Nortel, Call Manager platforms
• Promina, MSPP, Optical Switching
• DSN/DRSN, GVS

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High level of professionalism required for work on an Active Air Force Base
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.