4026 Network Administrator with Security Clearance

OVERVIEW: As a Network Administrator, you will design, implement, and maintain highly available, secure, and scalable network systems that meet customer requirements. You will support a variety of network-related tasks, including performance tuning, troubleshooting, configuration management, and disaster recovery planning. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure network security compliance and providing expertise to enhance overall network performance and reliability. GENERAL DUTIES: * Design, develop, and maintain network infrastructures to ensure high availability, security, and scalability. * Perform network administration tasks, including installation, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.). * Optimize network performance by analyzing and resolving bottlenecks, latency issues, and network congestion. * Manage network access and security, adhering to DoD and organizational policies. * Create and maintain network documentation, including topologies, configurations, processes, and operational procedures. * Collaborate with development and engineering teams to design and implement efficient network solutions. * Monitor and analyze network traffic to ensure the availability and performance of network services. * Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network systems. * Utilize network monitoring tools to identify, analyze, and resolve complex network issues. * Implement and maintain compliance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) benchmarks. * Provide network support and troubleshooting during production incidents and outages. * Ensure the network complies with relevant security standards, including NIST 800-53 and RMF frameworks. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum 6-8 years of experience in network administration or related fields. * Proficiency in managing network technologies such as TCP/IP, VPNs, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP). * Strong knowledge of network optimization techniques, traffic analysis, and quality of service (QoS) strategies. * Experience with DoD 8570 compliance and Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II Certification. * Must hold Security+ certification with CCNA or Network+ certification required. * Familiarity with network security controls and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF). * Experience with firewall and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS). * Ability to analyze network issues and identify efficient solutions to ensure uninterrupted network operations. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline is preferred. Four (4) additional years of experience may substitute for a degree. * Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python is a plus. * Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across functional teams. * Security+ certification with CCNA or Network+ certification required. CLEARANCE: * TS/SCI minimum