Network Administrator - Senior (SMDC)

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution., Data Systems Analysts, Inc. has an opening for a Senior Network Administrator in Huntsville, AL. This role supports the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command by planning, configuring, maintaining, and securing complex network systems-including routers, switches, and encryption devices-ensuring compliance with DoD security standards and providing critical network support for mission operations at Redstone Arsenal., * Plan, design, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network systems to ensure operational functionality, availability, and reliability.

• Implement and maintain network security measures, update critical devices, and ensure compliance with DoD and Army cybersecurity standards.
• Conduct network and systems performance analysis, identify problem areas, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network physical layers and support configuration management processes.
• Provide urgent circuit, network, and equipment troubleshooting, and support WAN/LAN expansion and optimization.
• Collaborate with government personnel and other contractors to support mission-critical operations and ensure continuous network support

• Must have familiarity with and an understanding of how to use AI in the context of their job.
• Demonstrated expertise in planning, designing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex network systems (including routers, switches, encryption devices, and network cabling infrastructure).
• Proficiency in implementing and maintaining enterprise security architectures and ensuring compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Experience with Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) support, including evaluating topologies, installing hardware/software, and performing system testing.
• Strong documentation and configuration management skills, including maintaining accurate records and supporting configuration management processes.
• Required computing environment certifications and compliance with DoD 8140/8570 requirements for privileged network access.
• Should have at least 8-years experience performing Network Administration in DoD environments on mid-sized to major warfighter programs.
• Must hold current Security + Certification and relevant computing environment certifications to comply with DoD 8140/8570 requirements for privileged network access.

Clearance Required

• Minimum of an active Secret security clearance., * Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Army IT environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization, cloud computing, and Cisco networking technologies.
• Knowledge of Army Regulation (AR) 25-1 and DA PAM 25-1-1 for IT operations.
• Experience with configuration management boards (CCB) and technical review boards (TRB).
• Additional certifications in network security, cloud, or advanced networking technologies.