Network Administrator

KaylaTek•Washington, DC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

KaylaTek is hiring a Network Administrator/Engineer to perform tier-level engineering, administration, and security hardening of enterprise network infrastructure. The role supports high availability, rapid incident resolution, and compliance with defense security mandates across unclassified and classified operational environments. The position is based 100% onsite at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, DC, with ad-hoc telework. Core hours are 6 a.m.–6 p.m.; the stated shift is 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday through Friday. After-hours support is required, with a duty phone rotating among team members. The employee will monitor network infrastructure and data systems, resolve network anomalies, configure and maintain Cisco equipment, coordinate with vendors, execute authorized service interruptions and security updates, and contribute to special projects and daily operations. The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a current 8140 IAT Level II certification, such as CCNA or CCNP Security. KaylaTek describes its focus as supporting career development, training, education, and a high quality of life. The company is an equal opportunity employer, participates in DHS E-Verify, and conducts post-offer background checks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of progressive network engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education, military training, and experience in lieu of a degree.
Active DoD Secret clearance.
Current 8140 IAT Level II certification; the posting identifies CCNA or CCNP Security as qualifying certifications and specifies Advanced in the basic qualifications.
Strong experience with LAN technologies, including VLANs, VTP, Port Security, STP, and Layer 2/3 switching configurations.
Hands-on experience implementing and troubleshooting EIGRP, OSPF, and IS-IS routing protocols using industry best practices.
Ability to diagnose and resolve Layer 1 and Layer 2 transport issues across unclassified and classified network fabrics.
Knowledge of DoD-specific network, transport, and application security hardening standards.
Experience programming, maintaining, and managing Type-1 inline network encryptors at network points of presence, including management through GEM-X or similar DoD element managers.
Proficiency in DoD COMSEC handling and custody procedures.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to work onsite at JBAB and provide after-hours support through a rotating duty-phone schedule.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience operating and managing Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and Cisco DNA Center.
Familiarity with Air Force networks, the Air Force District of Washington, or AFNCR architectures.
Operational experience in highly secure campuses, specifically the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews, or Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.

Responsibilities

Continuously monitor enterprise network infrastructure and data systems for real-time alerts, system alarms, and anomalous behavior.
Triage, isolate, and resolve network anomalies using standard operating procedures and automated scripting.
Escalate complex, multi-system issues to higher-tier engineering or leadership as appropriate.
Configure, deploy, maintain, and optimize Cisco routers and switches.
Coordinate with external hardware and service vendors to resolve circuit outages or degraded performance.
Plan, schedule, and execute Authorized Service Interruptions in accordance with command-directed change management processes.
Enforce DoD and local command security mandates.
Execute operating system (IOS) upgrades, apply STIGs, and implement critical patches.
Deliver technical execution for special projects and maintain site-lead-directed daily operations.
Participate in the unit's on-call rotation schedule and provide required after-hours support.
Manage Type-1 inline network encryptors at network points of presence, including management through GEM-X or similar DoD element managers.
Follow DoD COMSEC handling and custody procedures.