Network Administrator

We are seeking a Network Administratorto support a critical Navy program at NIWC Pacific. This position will provide Tier II network administration and operational support for CENTRIXS environments supporting national defense missions., The Network Administrator will be responsible for administering, maintaining, and troubleshooting secure network infrastructure supporting classified and mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate will have strong Cisco networking experience, a solid understanding of DoD cybersecurity requirements, and experience supporting secure

network environments., * Administer and maintain CENTRIXS network infrastructure across multiple locations.

• Provide Tier II troubleshooting and resolution for network connectivity issues.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain Cisco routers, switches, and ASA firewalls.
• Perform Cisco IOS upgrades and system maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and support TACLANE encrypted network connections.
• Diagnose and resolve virtual networking and VDI-related connectivity issues.
• Conduct vulnerability scanning and remediation activities.
• Apply DISA STIGs and security hardening requirements in accordance with DoD policies.
• Support network outages, incident response, and restoration efforts.
• Maintain system documentation, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to ensure system availability and compliance.

• Minimum 3 years of network administration experience.
• Experience supporting Cisco routing, switching, and firewall environments.
• Experience troubleshooting enterprise network connectivity issues.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity requirements and information assurance practices.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Clearance required.

Certifications

Must possess one of the following DoD IAT Level II certifications:

• CompTIA Security+ CE
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

AND

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting CENTRIXS, SIPRNet, or other classified networks.
• TACLANE administration and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of DISA STIG implementation and vulnerability management.
• Experience supporting Navy or other DoD environments.
• Familiarity with VMware Horizon or other VDI technologies.
• ITIL Foundation Certification or knowledge of ITIL processes.

Technical Skills

• Cisco Routers and Switches
• Cisco ASA Firewalls
• TCP/IP Networking
• Network Troubleshooting and Analysis
• TACLANE Encryption Devices
• CENTRIXS Networks
• VDI Support
• DISA STIG Compliance
• Vulnerability Remediation
• DoD Information Assurance

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