Network Administrator

KaylaTek®; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Professional Development

Job summary

KaylaTek seeks a Network Administrator/Engineer to secure and optimize enterprise networks across unclassified and classified environments in the Washington, DC area. You will monitor, troubleshoot, and harden systems, coordinating with vendors and DoD stakeholders to ensure high availability and rapid incident response.

The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance, 8140 IAT Level II certification (CCNA/CCNP Security), and a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in network

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of progressive network engineering experience or equivalent
• Active DoD Secret clearance required
• Current 8140 IAT Level II certificate: CCNA or CCNP Security
• Strong LAN technologies and VLANs, STP, and Layer 2/3 switching
• Proficient in routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS
• Experience with DoD security hardening standards and COMSEC handling

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor enterprise network infrastructure and data systems for real-time alerts
• Triage, isolate, and resolve network anomalies per SOPs and automation scripts
• Escalate complex issues to higher-tier engineering or leadership
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Cisco routers and switches for peak performance
• Coordinate with external vendors to resolve outages or degradations
• Plan and execute Authorized Service Interruptions per change management
• Enforce DoD security mandates and apply STIGs
• Perform OS upgrades and patch management; support on-call rotation

Skills

LAN technologies

VLANs

STP

EIGRP

OSPF

IS-IS

DoD security standards

INE management

GEM-X

COMSEC handling

Secret clearance

CCNA/CCNP Security

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cisco IOS

ISE

DNA Center

Job description

Come join our growing team with a 21st Century Vision! At KaylaTek, we understand that the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ. Our focus is not just on jobs, but on building and enhancing your career through ongoing professional development, training, and high quality of life. Our team members choose KaylaTek for a number of reasons including our competitive compensation and benefit packages, dedication to education, as well as our outstanding service. Our Grow Strong Vision encompasses a place for employees to grow, learn and feel a sense of belonging, not just a place to work.

Employee Benefit Offerings

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, FSA, 401(k) with company matching, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Professional Development Program, Military Leave Support, Referral bonuses and more!

Location

Joint Base Anacosta-Bolling (JBAB), Washington DC - 100% on site (with ad-hoc telework)

Shift: Core hours: 6 am - 6 pm; Shift: 10 am - 6 pm (M-F); After hours support - Required (Duty phone will rotate between team members).

Certifications Required

• Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Intermediate or Advanced) certificate (Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) /Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security)

Security Clearance

• Active DOD Secret clearance

Role Summary

The Network Administrator/Engineer performs critical tier-tier engineering, administration, and security hardening of enterprise-level network infrastructures. This role ensures high availability, rapid incident resolution, and strict compliance with defense security mandates across unclassified and classified operational environments.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor enterprise network infrastructure and data systems to identify real-time alerts, system alarms, and anomalous behavior.
• Triage, isolate, and resolve network anomalies using standard operating procedures (SOPs) 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 to sustain peak network performance.
• Coordinate directly with external hardware and service vendors to drive rapid resolution of circuit outages or degraded performance periods.
• Plan, schedule, and execute Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) in accordance with command-directed change management processes.
• Enforce DoD and local command security mandates.
• Execute operating system (IOS) upgrades, apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and implement critical patches.
• Deliver technical execution for special projects, maintain site-lead-directed daily operations, and participate in the unit's on-call rotation schedule.

Basic Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree paired with 5+ years of progressive network engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education, military training, and experience in lieu of a degree.
• Security Clearance: Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Certification: Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Advanced) certificate: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security.
• Strong experience with Local Area Network (LAN) technologies, including VLANs, VTP, Port Security, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Layer 2/3 switching configurations.
• Strong hands-on experience implementing and troubleshooting routing protocols, specifically EIGRP, OSPF, and IS-IS, using industry best practices.
• Strong ability to diagnose and resolve Layer 1 and Layer 2 transport issues across both unclassified and classified network fabrics.
• Proven knowledge of DoD-specific network, transport, and application security hardening standards.
• Proven experience programming, maintaining, and managing Type-1 inline network encryptors (INE) at network points of presence, including management through GEM-X or similar DoD element managers.
• Fully proficient in DoD COMSEC handling and custody procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating and managing Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and Cisco DNA Center.
• Prior familiarity with Air Force (AF) networks, the Air Force District of Washington (AFDW), or AFNCR architectures.
• Previous operational experience working within highly secure campuses, specifically the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), or Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

MUST BE A US CITIZEN

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

KaylaTek is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-VERIFY AND BACKGROUND CHECKS

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. KaylaTek participates in the DHS e-Verify program. KaylaTek also conducts a background check on all candidates post offer though PROScreening LLC.