Network Administrator

Responsible for the build, support, administration, and optimization of the network and associated systems software and hardware. Assists in designing, deploying, and troubleshooting small-scale network deployments. Conducts routine tests to ensure operability and security of the network. Troubleshoots common network problems and escalates complex/large-scale network issues appropriately. 

• Installs and supports LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems.
• Installs, configures, and maintains network infrastructure devices as well as all related hardware and software.
• Monitors network to maintain integrity and security.
• Maintains network facilities in individual machines, such as drivers and settings of personal computers as well as printers.
• Maintains network servers such as file servers, VPN gateways, intrusion detection systems.
• Assists in designing, deploying, and troubleshooting small-scale network deployments.
• Conducts appropriate, routine tests to ensure the proper working condition and security of developed and purchased network systems.
• Assists with operation, configuration, and maintenance of telecommunications such as voice, video, and data transport and associated hardware.
• Performs network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems.
• Monitors network performance and performs common network restoration/recovery actions.

• Associate’s Degree (BS preferred) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field.
• CompTIA  Network+ and/or CCNA certification preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in network administration.
• Candidates must possess a current Top Secret clearance and Security+ certification or similar DoD 8140 compliant certification.

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Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

• Applies technical and practical knowledge and understanding of system testing and analysis.
• Maintains knowledge of backup/recovery practices.
• Experience with industry router configurations and switch configurations.
• Experience in the administration of a Microsoft Active Directory network environment.
• Knowledge of, and the ability to practically apply, necessary testing, practices and procedures.
• Strong oral and written communications skills; well as strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of network, security and storage infrastructure including: local area networks, wide area networks, wireless networking, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, WAN optimizers, endpoint security and encryption, proxy servers, digital certificates, data center management and cabling standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot through the use of techniques and methods which will isolate and identify faulty components or configurations within a system so that services can be quickly restored to normal levels of operation.
• Experience with troubleshooting network connectivity (LAN, WAN and VPN).
• Knowledge of telecommunications voice and data networks.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.