Network Administrator

The Network Administrator configures, operates, secures, monitors, and troubleshoots SOMTC network infrastructure. This position supports DoD network operations and provides hands-on administration of Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, virtual private networks, and related network-security technologies., * Configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure.

• Configure and manage Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Configure and maintain virtual private networks.
• Monitor network availability, performance, and security.
• Diagnose and resolve network-connectivity and performance issues.
• Apply network-security principles and architecture.
• Implement network-security practices involving firewalls, virtual private networks, and intrusion-detection systems.
• Identify and address cyber threats and network vulnerabilities.
• Use network-management, monitoring, and diagnostic tools.
• Maintain network-device configurations and related technical documentation.
• Support DoD network operations and SOMTC training requirements.
• Coordinate with system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, and desktop-support personnel to resolve technical issues.
• Support the continued availability, reliability, and security of network services., * Must comply with applicable DoD, Army, USSOCOM, USASOC, installation, cybersecurity, personnel-security, CAC, and information-system access requirements.
• Mission requirements may require work beyond normal operating hours, occasional weekend support, surge support, or support for simultaneous events.
• Telework requires prior Government approval.
• Classified work is not normally authorized from an alternate worksite.
• Occasional travel may be required to support mission activities.

Network Administration/Management, Network Administration/Management, Security Clearance, Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Identify Issues, Firewalls, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Network Support, Network Security, * Associate degree in a related technical discipline; or

• Equivalent military technical training, such as Army MOS 25B, 25H, or 25N.

Required Experience

• Minimum of three years of experience in a senior technical role supporting a DoD network.
• Extensive hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco switches.
• Extensive hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco routers.
• Extensive hands-on experience configuring and managing firewalls and virtual private networks.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Computer-networking concepts and protocols.
• Cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Network-security principles and architecture.
• Network-systems management principles and tools.
• Network troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Configuration and maintenance of routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Virtual private network, firewall, and intrusion-detection technologies.
• Strong technical documentation, analytical, and communication skills.

Certification Requirements

• Current certification meeting the requirements for the DCWF Network Operations Specialist, Work Role 441, at the Intermediate proficiency level.
• Acceptable certifications include Security+, CCNA, or Network+.
• The required certification must be maintained throughout employment.

Position descriptions serve as a guideline and may not be construed as a guarantee of employment. Summit Technologies, Inc. is an at-will organization.