Network Administrator

Intepros Federal; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Intepros Federal is seeking a Senior Network Administrator for Radford, VA. This position involves designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced network architectures across multiple sites.

Applicants must possess strong experience with networking solutions, particularly with Palo Alto Firewalls and Cisco devices. Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is required. Additional responsibilities include network performance monitoring and documentation maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience designing and implementing networking solutions.
• Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls required.
• Proficiency in network management tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain complex enterprise network architectures.
• Manage and configure Palo Alto Firewalls and Cisco devices.
• Monitor and report network performance and security.

Skills

Network architecture design

Palo Alto Firewalls

Cisco Nexus and Catalyst configuration

Network management tools (SolarWinds, Cisco Prime)

Teamwork and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SolarWinds

Cisco Prime

Palo Alto Panorama

Job description

The Opportunity

IntePros Federal is identifying Key Personnel candidates for an upcoming competitive bid supporting a complex, multi‑site enterprise network environment serving diverse functional teams and federal customers. As part of this proposal effort, we are seeking a Senior Network Administrator to be named in our submission.

This Key Personnel role will support enterprise environments leveraging MS Windows Server 2019/2022, MS SQL 2019, Windows 11, VMware 7.x, Oracle Linux (OEL 8.x-9.x), and Oracle operating systems. The selected candidate must demonstrate deep expertise in designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining advanced network architectures across geographically distributed customer environments.

The Senior Network Administrator will collaborate closely with existing team members to lead strategies for managing, maintaining, deploying, troubleshooting, and supporting multiple enterprise networks. Responsibilities include architecting new network implementations, guiding modernization efforts, and ensuring secure, stable, and high‑performance network operations.

Additional duties include creating and maintaining technical documentation, operating procedures, and policies; monitoring and tuning network performance; hardening network infrastructure; and reporting on overall operational and security posture. This role also supports enterprise improvements, new hardware/software integrations, utilization reporting, and identification of issues requiring corrective action.

The candidate will assist with lifecycle management of diverse vendor equipment, including firmware version control, preventive maintenance, and modernization planning. Strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to recommend, demonstrate, and implement technologies that expand, upgrade, and improve the current environment are essential.

Clearance Requirements

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance (required)

Location

Radford, VA - Onsite

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred
• Equivalent years of experience may be considered

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+ (required)
• Computing Environment (CE) Certification such as MCSE, Server+, CCNA, Red Hat, Palo Alto, or equivalent (May be waived for up to 30 days after project join date)

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot complex enterprise network architectures across multiple customer environments.
• Configure, update, maintain, administer, and migrate Palo Alto Firewalls, including security policies, NAT, VPN, and threat prevention.
• Configure, update, maintain, and administer Cisco Nexus (9K/7K/5K/2K), Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco ASR/ISR routers, and Cisco Firepower platforms.
• Utilize network management and analysis tools such as SolarWinds, Cisco Prime, Palo Alto Panorama, Men & Mice, and related platforms.
• Plan, execute, and implement new network hardware/software solutions and modernization initiatives.
• Create and maintain technical instructions, SOPs, operating procedures, disaster recovery documentation, and policies for repeatable processes.
• Monitor, tune, and report on network performance, operational status, and security posture.
• Harden network infrastructure and support cybersecurity compliance activities including patch management, STIG/SRG alignment, RMF, SCA‑V, and CORA.
• Support software‑defined networking (SDN) environments and emerging network virtualization technologies.
• Provide utilization reports using existing tools to identify issues, recommend corrective actions, and improve network efficiency.
• Support lifecycle management of vendor equipment including firmware version control, preventive maintenance, and modernization planning.
• Recommend, demonstrate, and implement technologies that expand, upgrade, and improve the current network environment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Required Qualifications

• Three or more years designing, implementing, documenting, and maintaining complex networking solutions.
• Three or more years of experience configuring, updating, maintaining, administering, and migrating Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Three or more years using network management/analysis tools such as SolarWinds, Cisco Prime, Palo Alto Panorama, Men & Mice.
• Five or more years configuring, updating, maintaining, and administering Cisco Nexus (9K, 7K, 5K, 2K), Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco ASR/ISR routers, and Cisco Firepower.
• Three years of experience or working knowledge of Software‑Defined Networking (SDN).
• Three or more years creating, maintaining, and following Standard Operating Procedures for repeatable processes, disaster recovery, and common problem resolution.
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to be a team player.

Desired Qualifications

• Three or more years automation/scripting experience with Python, Perl, TCL, or Ansible.
• Three or more years supporting cybersecurity patch management, STIG/SRG, RMF, SCA‑V, and Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments (CORA).

EEO Commitment

IntePros Federal participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Background Investigation Required