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# Network Administrator

- **Company:** After School Matters, Inc.
- **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Tivoli Management Framework, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Load Balancing, Network Monitoring, Packet Analyzer, Cloud Services, Network Routers, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, SC Clearance, SolarWinds (Software), Firewall Services Module
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://patriotc0.applytojob.com/apply/luDntLaOLW/Network-Administrator?source=GS

## About the Role

Active Secret clearance.

Due to contract requirements, only US Citizens can be considered. Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered.

Seven (7)+ years of experience in a Network Administrator role or in a related field.

Five (5) or more years of experience in the following:

Network configuration and monitoring.

Firewall configuration - palo alto, juniper, etc.

Network monitoring tools - SolarWinds and NetCool.

Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.

This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.

## Description

Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators.

Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal throughput and reliability.

Troubleshoot and resolve network issues using firewall logs, switch packet capture tools; engaging with cross-functional teams to leverage support and collaboration when necessary

Conduct network capacity planning and bandwidth management to accommodate future growth and changing business needs.

Collaborate with other teams to integrate network infrastructure with cloud services, storage systems, and other IT components.

Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in networking and recommend their adoption as appropriate.

Create and maintain documentation related to network configurations, diagrams, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior network engineers.

Managing, monitoring, maintaining, and securing networks and tenant network segments that integrate the transport of networks and data.

Organizing, documenting, and managing the delivery of Network load balancing services

Document and Manage Internet Protocol Addresses

Patriot, LLC is committed to a drug-free workplace. As such, the Company conducts pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and contract-mandated testing in accordance with federal and state law.


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