Network Administrator II

V2X • Fort Lewis, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company. Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism. The WTRS Network Administrator at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), WA will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and securing the Homestation Integration Instrumentation System's (HITS's) networks, ensuring reliable and efficient communication across all systems to enable an effective training environment for the U.S. Army. This position will provide ongoing network support, addresses availability issues, overcome performance problems, and has the administrator responsibilities for the system. Must meet 8140.03 certificate requirements. Applicants must have an active CompTIA Security+, CySA, GIAC GSEC, EC-Council CND, or GIAC GICSP certification at the time of hire. Candidates must also have the ability to pass a DOT driver's physical and maintain installation driving privileges. An active Secret level Security Clearance is required for this position.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive technical (hands-on) experience related to network administration.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or another enterprise-grade networking equipment.
• Must meet 8140.03 certificate requirements.
• Must have an active CompTIA Security+, CySA, GIAC GSEC, EC-Council CND, or GIAC GICSP certification at the time of hire.
• Ability to pass a DOT driver's physical.
• Ability to maintain installation driving privileges.
• An active Secret level Security Clearance is required.
• Master's degree in a relevant discipline plus one (1) year of experience OR Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline plus two (2) years of experience OR Associate's degree in a relevant discipline plus four (4) years of experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent plus six (6) years of experience.
• Must have a Computing Environment (CE) certification or complete within six (6) months of hire.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport.
• Ability to accommodate up to 20% travel, including OCONUS locations.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, CISSP.
• Strong proficiency in network automation and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Deep knowledge of multicast routing, and network segmentation strategies.
• Ability to architect enterprise-grade network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN.
• Experienced in design of VPNs, VLANs, and QoS policies for secure and optimized traffic routing.
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).
• Ability to analyze packet captures using Wireshark or other forensic tools.
• Proven track record in high-performance network optimization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, configure, and secure networks.
• Ensure reliable and efficient communication across all systems.
• Provide ongoing network support.
• Address availability issues.
• Overcome performance problems.
• Maintain enterprise-grade network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN.
• Maintain and optimize VPNs, VLANs, and QoS, NAC, and identity-based network access control systems policies for secure and optimized traffic routing.
• Implement and manage network security solutions such as firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and Zero Trust architectures using STIGs, SCG and relevant NIST controls.
• Optimize high-speed data transfer, load balancing, and bandwidth utilization across global networks.
• Automate network configuration management using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell.
• Troubleshoot and optimize BGP, OSPF, and MPLS routing protocols for optimal data flow.
• Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Oversee network monitoring and analytics using SNMP, NetFlow, and AI-driven anomaly detection.
• Monitor network traffic and security events in real time using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel).
• Investigate and respond to network intrusions, anomalies, and security incidents.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
• Conduct packet analysis and forensic investigations using Wireshark or Zeek.
• Develop and implement network hardening strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Automate security processes with Python, PowerShell, or Ansible for rapid response.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts and security teams to improve incident response procedures.
• Implement zero-trust networking, micro-segmentation, and secure access policies.
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, or MITRE ATT&CK.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED