Network Administrator II

V2X Current Openings•Madison, MS

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The WTRS Network Administrator at the Joint Multination Readiness Center (JMRC) Hohenfels will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and securing the Combat Training Center’s networks, ensuring reliable and efficient communication across all systems to enable an effective training environment for the US forces and allies conducting training at the center.

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
Ability to maintain enterprise-grade network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN
Experienced in maintenance and optimization of VPNs, VLANs, and QoS, NAC, and identity-based network access control systems policies for secure and optimized traffic routing
Proficient in implementing and managing network security solutions such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and Zero Trust architectures using STIGs, SCG and relevant NIST controls.
Capable of optimizing 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
Must meet 8140.03 certificate requirements.
Applicant must have at date of hire a CompTIA Security+ or CySA for a baseline certificate and must have or obtain a Cisco CCNA or CCNP for a Computing Environment. (CE) certification within 6 months from date of hire.
Secret Clearance
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

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

Maintaining, configuring, and securing the Combat Training Center’s networks
Ensuring reliable and efficient communication across all systems
Optimizing high-speed data transfer, load balancing, and bandwidth utilization across global networks
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