NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR / ENGINEER

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR / ENGINEER – CLEARED

Our client, a fast-growing technology consulting firm to the federal government, seeks a Network Administrator to join their team in Norco, CA.  The Network Administrator / Engineer will provide IT, network engineering, and cybersecurity support to a federal government client. 

This position is contingent upon contract award which is expected in August 2024.

Responsibilities

• Providing network engineering support for a broad range of programs, to include planning, designing, and evaluating various components of the assigned network.
• Providing specifications for network architecture.
• Performing needs assessments and evaluating/recommending new technologies to enhance current capabilities.
• Installing, configuring, managing, monitoring, modifying, testing, and/or servicing of network equipment.
• Resolving highly complex problems using application and interpretation of technical knowledge, conceptualizing, and deductive reasoning.
• Conducting research on and implementing network engineering best practices.
• Performing engineering analysis of telecommunications alternatives in support of strategic modernization and enhancement efforts for medium and large-scale telecommunication infrastructures.
• Implementing and configuring specific network solutions to support server requirements, to include load-balancing, virtual private networks, firewalls, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Internet Protocol Security (IPSec), and cryptographic solutions.
• Creating and updating technical documentation and providing timely communications regarding network and system availability, performance, and issues.

Required Qualifications

• United States citizenship
• Active DoD Security Clearance (Secret or above)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Enterprise certification (Mandatory)
• At least seven (7) years of experience as a Network Engineer
• At least three (3) years of experience installing patches, performing system updates, and managing server and storage processing strategies
• Experience managing the daily operational requirements of computer network systems, file servers, and web servers
• Experience managing restricted-access networks, such as classified or research networks

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise
• Experience with cybersecurity and networking best practices (NIST 800-171 and related standards)
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation
• Strong analytic and communication skills
• Ability to master new technologies and processes quickly
• Good time management skills
• Commercial and business awareness and an interest in applying/integrating new technologies