Network Administrator

Nakupuna Companies•Fort Belvoir, VA

About The Position

Nakupuna Companies is seeking a Network Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize network infrastructure, including wireless systems, routers, switches, Cisco DNA Center, and Identity Services Engine (ISE), while ensuring network security, performance, and reliability. The role supports R&D networks and systems for application development and hosting environments in coordination with network service providers. It also includes providing reporting, information assurance, and validations in Army and DoD systems, and complying with applicable security requirements, including DISA STIGs and their checklists. The position is located at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and requires a Secret clearance. The projected annual compensation range is $135,000 to $142,000. A bachelor’s degree in network engineering, computer science, or a related field and five or more years of network administration experience are preferred. Security+ CE is required at a minimum, along with any additional certifications needed for the assigned duties.

Requirements

Security+ CE certification at a minimum, along with additional certifications required for assigned duties.
Secret clearance.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergencies.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Five or more years of network administration experience.
Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification.
Cisco CCNP Security certification.
Cisco DNA Center certification.
Cisco ISE certification.
Wireless professional certifications.
CompTIA Network+.
Expert knowledge of networking protocols.
Strong understanding of wireless technologies.
Experience with Cisco DNA Center.
Proficiency with Cisco ISE.
Knowledge of network security principles.
Understanding of routing and switching.
Experience with network automation.
Familiarity with SDN concepts.
Network troubleshooting, performance optimization, security implementation, configuration management, network design, policy administration, automation scripting, documentation, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Configure and maintain routers, switches, and wireless network devices.
Maintain R&D networks and systems supporting application development and application hosting environments, coordinating with network service providers.
Manage Cisco DNA Center infrastructure and administer the Cisco ISE platform.
Monitor network performance and availability, and provide 99.5% uptime for hardware, operating systems, and networks during regular business hours.
Provide infrequent support outside regular business hours, including weekends.
Implement network security policies and troubleshoot network issues.
Provide reporting, information assurance, and validations in Army and DoD systems.
Perform network upgrades and maintenance, and manage network capacity and planning.
Configure and maintain wireless controllers and access points; optimize wireless coverage and performance.
Implement wireless security measures, monitor wireless network health, conduct wireless site surveys, and troubleshoot wireless connectivity issues.
Maintain wireless documentation.
Manage ISE policies and configurations and implement network access control.
Implement systems and networks in compliance with applicable security requirements, including DISA STIGs and their checklists.
Configure network segmentation, monitor security compliance, manage authentication and authorization, and handle security incidents.
Maintain security documentation and implement BYOD solutions.