Network Administrator

SGP Recruiting provides both operations and strategic support to Tribal 8(a) and commercial organizations. Our client is a CVE-verified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) and a proud ISO 9001:2015 certified organization specializing in systems integration and enterprise management solutions. As a trusted GSA MAS contract holder, they deliver mission-critical telecommunications, network infrastructure, and IT services to Federal, State, and Local Government agencies, the U.S. Military, and private-sector clients.

Salary Range: $85 - 90K Annually.

Employment - Full time

Worksite Type - Onsite

Security Clearance Required - Secret

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the network infrastructure. This includes servers, routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Configures, monitors, and troubleshoots network devices to maintain seamless connectivity and address emerging issues.
• Implements and maintains essential network security measures, performs routine backups and disaster recovery procedures, and resolves network bottlenecks.
• Installs and configures network hardware and software. They also maintain comprehensive network documentation and provide timely technical support to end users.
• Stays current with emerging network technologies and trends, actively pursuing professional development opportunities. The Network Administrator receives guidance and direction from more senior staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS in field necessary to assume Network Administrator duties or 4 years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4+ years of experience with 2+ years of relevant Network Administrator experience.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and their networking components.
• Knowledge of network security best practices, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and firewall management.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and techniques for performance optimization and troubleshooting.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification, CompTIA Network+, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash for automating network tasks.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience with military/diplomatic operations working within a J-6/G-6/S-6 Directorate or with Special Operations Forces (SOF) or the Department of State (DoS), leading and performing cybersecurity risk assessments for and across multiple commands, agencies, and regionally distributed locations in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
• ITIL Foundation certificate, CompTIA Security+, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator–Associate, and AWS Certified Solutions Architect–Associate certifications.
• Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM)

Our client provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 10 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off.

Our client also considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.