Network Administrator

Summary: The Network Administrator is responsible for the administration, reliability, security, and performance of the company’s network and core IT infrastructure. This position manages network devices, servers, identity and access systems, infrastructure security tools, and related services while supporting compliance with applicable cybersecurity and contractual requirements. The Network Administrator serves as the technical administrator for IT infrastructure but does not have responsibility for IT department management or routine end-user support., * Administer and maintain company network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless networks, VPNs, and related network services.

• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, VLAN, DNS, DHCP, and other network services to maintain reliable and secure connectivity.
• Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft Entra ID, and other infrastructure platforms.
• Manage user, system, and privileged access in accordance with approved access requirements and least-privilege principles.
• Administer server infrastructure, virtualization platforms, storage systems, and associated infrastructure services.
• Monitor network and infrastructure health, capacity, availability, and performance; investigate and resolve infrastructure-level issues.
• Configure and maintain infrastructure security controls, including firewalls, endpoint management platforms, vulnerability management tools, logging, and other security technologies.
• Perform system patching, firmware updates, vulnerability remediation, and infrastructure maintenance in accordance with established requirements and schedules.
• Administer backup and recovery systems and periodically verify the integrity and recoverability of critical systems and data.
• Support implementation and maintenance of technical controls required by NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and other applicable cybersecurity requirements.
• Maintain network diagrams, system configurations, inventories, administrative procedures, and other infrastructure documentation.
• Review infrastructure alerts, logs, and technical findings and escalate suspected cybersecurity incidents in accordance with established procedures.
• Plan and execute infrastructure upgrades, migrations, equipment replacements, and technical improvement projects.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers on network, telecommunications, infrastructure, licensing, and technical support matters.
• Provide technical guidance and escalation support to IT personnel for complex infrastructure-related issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 4+ years of progressively responsible experience in network, systems, or IT infrastructure administration.
• Hands-on experience administering enterprise network equipment, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft 365/Entra environments.
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, virtualization, backup systems, endpoint/security platforms, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity or compliance requirements in a regulated environment preferred., * Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching, VPNs, and network security concepts.
• Proficiency with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Ability to configure, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise network and server infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of virtualization, backup/recovery, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and system monitoring.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to document network configurations, systems, procedures, and technical changes accurately.
• Understanding of least privilege, access control, system hardening, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Ability to manage technical priorities and infrastructure projects with limited supervision.
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and hybrid cloud environments.

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, government contracting, or other regulated environments.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or a related field preferred. Relevant technical experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree.

ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance.
• Must use personal mobile device for multi-factor authentication (MFA) for system access. This authenticates your identity., * Network administration: 3 years (Required)
• Windows Server administration: 2 years (Required)
• network configuration and troubleshooting: 3 years (Required)
• firewall, VPN, and VLAN administration: 3 years (Required)

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you eligible to receive a security clearance in the US? This requires US Citizenship.