Network Administrator

Position Summary: We are excited to announce an opening for a skilled and proactive Network Administrator with security clearance for a prestigious client. This role is crucial for maintaining and optimizing the corporate IT infrastructure in alignment with company policies and procedures. If you are a dedicated IT professional with a passion for network security and performance, we want you to join our team and make an impact! Key Responsibilities: User Support: Provide direct assistance to users for network and application software issues, ensuring seamless operation and user satisfaction. Network Security: Implement robust network access policies, monitor user behavior, and analyze network traffic to ensure compliance with security protocols. Infrastructure Maintenance: Physically install and maintain network equipment and interior cabling, ensuring a reliable and efficient network setup. Financial Oversight: Contribute to budget planning and monitoring expenses to meet financial requirements. Continuous Learning: Stay current with industry trends by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and engaging with professional networks and organizations. Confidentiality: Protect organizational value by maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information. Goal Achievement: Take ownership of new and varied requests, continuously seeking opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Flexible Scheduling: Work some evenings and weekends to implement network changes when the network is least utilized. Scheduled Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance, backups, and continuous monitoring tasks to ensure optimal network performance. Incident Response: Assist in the restoration of IT resources and infrastructure as a vital member of the incident response team. Policy Compliance: Audit IT policies and procedures to ensure adherence to compliance requirements. Additional Roles: May include responsibilities as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO). Supervision: This position does not include supervisory responsibilities. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Network Design and Implementation: Expertise in designing and implementing efficient network systems. Performance Tuning: Skilled in optimizing network performance for peak efficiency. Problem Solving & Strategic Planning: Strong analytical skills to address and solve complex network issues strategically. Technical Proficiency: In-depth understanding of network operations, protocols, and technologies such as Microsoft Client, Server, Active Directory, Exchange, Hyper-V, and Linux. Organizational Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Technical Support: Aptitude for supporting general end-user computer usage inquiries. Self-Direction: Ability to prioritize tasks and complete projects on time independently. Risk Management Framework: Knowledge of RMF is essential. Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to mentor and effectively work with end users. Education, Experience, and Training: Educational Background: Minimum Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or 4+ years of verified work experience in the same. Technical Experience: Experience with Microsoft technologies, general network operations, and protocols such as DHCP, DNS, subnetting, etc. Linux experience is a plus. IT Systems Maintenance: General IT systems maintenance experience and inside plant network wiring experience. Security Roles: Experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or Manager (ISSM) is desired. ITAR Compliance: Must be able to work with ITAR data without a license. Physical Requirements and Working Environment: Office environment with extensive computer usage. Ability to sit for long periods. Ability to lift 60 lbs. unassisted. Ability to climb a ladder. Special Note: This job description provides a dynamic outline of the core responsibilities and requirements for this role. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related duties as requested. Acceptance of employment based on this description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Job Type: Full Time

Created: 2026-03-04