Network Administrator II

V2X•Hinesville, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator at the HomeStation Instrumentation Training System, Fort Stewart, GA, will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and securing the HITS networks, ensuring reliable and efficient communication across all systems to enable an effective training environment for the US forces and allies conducting training. Must meet 8140.03 certificate requirements. Applicants must have an active CompTIA Security+ or a CySA certification at the time of hire. An active Secret level Security Clearance is also 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 have an active CompTIA Security+ or a CySA certification at the time of hire.
Must possess an active Secret level Security Clearance.
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.

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 the HITS networks.
Ensure reliable and efficient communication across all systems.
Meet 8140.03 certificate requirements.
Have an active CompTIA Security+ or a CySA certification at the time of hire.
Possess an active Secret level Security Clearance.
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.