7+ years of professional experience in network administration.
Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field, or equivalent experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
Experience with Cisco network infrastructure deployment and support.
Experience with network cabling installation and management, including copper and fiber.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain Cisco network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Manage networking cabling installation, including copper and fiber.
Monitor and optimize network performance for efficient resource allocation.
Diagnose and resolve network issues related to connectivity, performance, and security.
Ensure network security through patches, updates, and configurations.
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and policies.
Collaborate with IT teams to support network needs and integrate solutions.
Benefits
Hybrid-remote work environment with minimal travel required.
Opportunity to work on diverse projects across multiple locations.
Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
Supportive team environment with collaboration across IT functions.
Full Job Description
Location: Hybrid-Remote. The role will require travel, as needed to project locations located in Alexandria & Sterling, VA; Phoenix & Tempe, AZ, and Austin, TX. Minimal travel is anticipated and otherwise role is able to be performed remotely.
Years' Experience: 7+ years of professional experience in Network Administration
Education: Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field or equivalent professional experience
Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance. NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.
Certifications:
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification preferred.
Key Skills:
Experience overseeing the deployment, configuration, and support of Cisco network infrastructure including devices, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability.
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Cisco network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Responsibilities
Installing, configuring, and maintaining Cisco network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Networking cabling installation and management, including copper and fiber.
Monitoring and optimizing the performance of the network, ensuring efficient resource allocation and minimal downtime.
Diagnosing and resolving network issues, including connectivity, performance, and security problems.
Ensuring the security of the network by applying patches, updates, and security configurations to Cisco devices and Cloud network configurations.
Maintaining detailed documentation of network configurations, procedures, and policies.
Working closely with other IT teams to support network needs and integrate network solutions with other systems.
Responding to network alerts and resolving network infrastructure problems.
Providing configuration management components to include configuration documentation and network diagrams.
Providing technical support on existing and emerging technologies, planning and execution of technology projects, execution of technology related tasks and initiatives.
Researching and reporting on new technologies and how they provide value to the organization.
Performing hardware installation and support configuration of IT network systems in on-prem environments.
Qualifications
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
7+ years of professional experience in network administration.
Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field or equivalent professional experience.
Will require travel, as needed to project locations which may include the below for installing and maintaining physical equipment (i.g., network firewall, server, storage, uninterruptible power supplies. Minimal travel is anticipated, and majority of support will be remote.
Alexandria, VA
Sterling, VA
Austin, TX
Tempe, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Experience overseeing the deployment, configuration, and support of Cisco network infrastructure including devices, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability.
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Cisco network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Experience with network cabling installation and management, including copper and fiber.
Experience monitoring and optimizing the performance of the network, ensuring efficient resource allocation and minimal downtime.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
