Network Administrator (iPERMS)

Chenega Corporation•Fort Carson, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator (iPERMS) provides network administration, configuration, operations, and maintenance for the Fort Carson network infrastructure supporting the Interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS), Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), and a Continuity of Operations site. The role supports on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments and follows DoD Information Assurance Regulations, Army cybersecurity directives, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and applicable NIST publications. It uses automation and orchestration, including Infrastructure as Code principles, to support secure and resilient network performance, zero-trust network access, continuous monitoring, and threat detection. The administrator also integrates and maintains network services with the Army Unified Directory Service (AUDS), supporting authentication, authorization, and access control under Army Identity Management policies and applicable Army NETCOM and HRC network operations directives. The position works with classified and unclassified enterprise network environments and supports network modernization, cloud integration, cybersecurity compliance, disaster recovery, and mission-critical service delivery. It collaborates with government personnel, cybersecurity teams, and technical stakeholders to resolve network issues and maintain operational and inspection-ready systems and documentation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience.
CompTIA Security+ CE certification.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA), or ability to obtain one within 60 business days of hire.
Secret clearance required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must successfully pass background and drug screening.
Knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure, cybersecurity principles, and Army/DoD network operations.
Knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, wireless technologies, cloud services, and secure communications.
Skill in installing, configuring, administering, troubleshooting, and optimizing network systems and devices.
Skill in network monitoring, performance analysis, incident response, vulnerability remediation, and cybersecurity compliance.
Skill in developing technical documentation, SOPs, reports, and maintaining accurate compliance records.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical and network-related issues in a mission-critical environment.
Ability to implement and maintain secure, reliable, and resilient network services that meet operational requirements.
Ability to apply Army, DoD, NETCOM, RMF, and DISA cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, support continuity of operations, and maintain inspection-ready systems and documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with government personnel, customers, and technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Army, NETCOM, DoD, or other large-scale government enterprise network environments.
Knowledge of cloud-based collaboration and unified communications technologies.
Familiarity with Army enterprise services, cybersecurity operations, and secure network architectures.

Responsibilities

Configure, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and software-defined networking technologies.
Administer and support classified and unclassified network environments in compliance with Army, DoD, NETCOM, and DISA network architecture requirements.
Implement, configure, and troubleshoot network routing, switching, and security protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, IPv6, VPN, MCLAG, and 802.3ad or 802.1ax.
Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity using enterprise management and monitoring tools; analyze trends and recommend service-delivery improvements.
Perform network security hardening, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and system updates in accordance with DISA STIGs, RMF, and cybersecurity policies.
Track vulnerabilities, address Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs), document corrective actions, and support inspection readiness.
Conduct RMF assessments, maintain accreditation documentation, and keep security controls, evidence, and compliance artifacts current and audit ready.
Support Zero Trust Architecture, identity and access management, endpoint compliance monitoring, and secure connectivity solutions.
Execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures to maintain resiliency and continuity of operations and restore network services.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve network incidents, outages, and performance issues, coordinating escalations with government personnel and supporting organizations.
Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation, SOPs, network diagrams, runbooks, and configuration management records.
Meet established service level agreements through proactive monitoring, preventive maintenance, and continuous process improvement.
Support network modernization, cloud integration, and emerging technology initiatives aligned with Army enterprise architecture strategies.
Maintain accurate records, system configurations, compliance documentation, and operational reports for audits, inspections, and management reviews.
Collaborate with government personnel, cybersecurity teams, and technical stakeholders to support mission requirements and resolve complex network issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

The employer offers a broad range of benefits.
Well-being programs.
Professional development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal development programs.

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