Network Administrator

Techead; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHEAD is seeking a Network Administrator for a full-time role in Dahlgren, VA. The position focuses on analyzing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining LAN/WAN and SIPR/NIPR networks to ensure reliable operations.

The candidate will provide on-call support, respond promptly to incidents, and maintain 99.7% network availability while adhering to DoD/DISA standards and security protocols. 3–5 years of experience and TS/SCI clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in operations and maintenance or contractor support.
• Familiarity with classified information handling and security processes.
• Clearance: U.S. Citizen and TS/SCI or TS/SCI eligible.
• IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Sec+); CCNA.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate LAN/WAN and Internet systems.
• Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate with minimal interruption.
• Provide on-call support for critical network infrastructure 24/7/365.
• Respond within 30 minutes and begin restoral actions within 2 hours of a reported failure.
• Maintain network availability of 99.7%.
• Follow DISA STIGs, DoDM 8140.03, AFMAN 17-1301, and AFI 17-130 guidance.
• Monitor and maintain network hardware (Cisco/Juniper routers, switches).
• Plan and test installation and configuration of network equipment.
• Establish firewall rules and consult PPSM for secure connections.

Skills

Customer service skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Self-motivated

Security clearance knowledge

Network troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Cisco routers

Juniper routers

Job description

Always Connecting, Always Evolving.

TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Full-time position – Network Administrator / Dahlgren VA – (JOB-22673). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.comor onGlassdoor

Job Details:

Title: Network Administrator
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Compensation: $$40.00 – $$48.08 /per Hour
Work Type: Full-time
Work Location:

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

Job Duties:

• Perform network operations, maintenance, administration, and provide network management services for Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNet) and Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) for the 19th SDS.
• Provide extended hours (on-call) support for all critical network infrastructure (i.e., electronic mail, file services, internet-related services, and central network services) 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
• Respond within 30 minutes and begin restoral actions within two (2) hours of a reported failure; notify the on-site COR if service is not restored within 2 hours for CC situational awareness and reporting requirements
• Maintain network infrastructure availability rate of 99.7%
• Adhere and follow published Govt technical guidance and programs:

• o IAW applicable Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Computer Network Defense (CND)
• o IAW DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program
• o IAW AFMAN 17-1301, Chapter 6 Ports, Protocols, and Services Management
• o IAW AFI 17-130 Cybersecurity Program Management

• Monitor and maintain network hardware including Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, and other network equipment (i.e., 802.1X security appliance).
• Monitor and evaluate network performance issues including availability, utilization, throughput, and latency.
• Plan and execute the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of network equipment.
• Establish connections and firewalls, submit firewall exemption rules and other connection documents to the Ports, Protocols and Services Management (PPSM) office.
• Secure networks by developing and implementing network access, monitoring, control, and evaluation systems, and maintaining documentation.
• Conduct fault-isolation, repair hardware and components.
• Load, configure, and install operating systems/firmware.
• Provide all support functions to include installation of new systems and network infrastructure equipment and removal of old systems and relocation of equipment as required by the COR.
• Maintain designated equipment in good working condition, keep up to date on Air/Space Force and DoD network security requirements and implement those controls.
• Establish and maintain NIPR and SIPR REMEDY accounts with the Change Management Role.
• Evaluate network equipment and capabilities and make recommendations to the Government on needed infrastructure upgrades or changes. When considering the addition of new hardware and users, analyze the impact on bandwidth utilization and overall network performance before installing upgrades.
• Perform NIPR and SIPR network cable maintenance, to include installation, testing, troubleshooting, fiber repair/replacement and cable management.
• Install and configure all the cable components (e.g., power, groundings, HVAC, racks, fiber optic distribution panels, equipment, internal cabling, etc.).
• Maintain automated Bogen TPU250 public address system to include configuration.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in operations and maintenance, contractor support, or a similar field.
• Familiarity with classified information handling and security management processes.
• Complete annual Government-provided Cyber Awareness training prior to start
• High School degree and equivalent professional experience
• Clearance: U.S. Citizen and TS/SCI or TS/SCI eligible
• Certification: IAT Level II (typically CompTIA Sec+); CCNA
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated to work on behalf of the customer, the contract and section performance.
• Knowledge of the space surveillance network and satellite catalog is desirable.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visitwww.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.