Network Infrastructure Administrator

Cherokee Federal; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Other benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Federal seeks a Network Infrastructure Manager in Biloxi, MS. The role oversees planning, maintenance, and security of the IT network, ensuring availability and performance for authorized users. Candidates should hold or be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance, and U.S.

citizenship is required for government work. Responsibilities include upgrades, log maintenance, policy enforcement, and routine reporting.

Qualifications

• Requires active Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizen required by governmental client.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and secure IT networks.
• Plan, model, design, and coordinate network infrastructure.
• Ensure network availability to authorized users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network, hardware, and software issues.
• Enforce network policies, monitor access, and optimize performance.
• Report on network status and performance.
• Perform system upgrades and create network logs.
• Pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Skills

Network management

Network security

Troubleshooting

Performance optimization

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Network Administration

Tools

Cisco CCNA

Cisco CCDA

Security+

Job description

This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance to be considered.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a U.S. citizen.

The Network Infrastructure Manager oversees the management, maintenance, security, planning, and optimization of the IT network. Responsibilities include monitoring network availability, troubleshooting issues, enforcing policies, ensuring performance, and providing technical support. They manage multi-server environments, perform upgrades, and maintain network logs, while reporting on network status during routine checks and outages.

Compensation & Benefits:
Pay commensurate with experience.
Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and other benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

• Manage, maintain, and secure IT networks.
• Plan, model, design, and coordinate network infrastructure.
• Ensure network availability to authorized users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network, hardware, and software issues.
• Enforce network policies, monitor access, and optimize performance.
• Report on network status and performance.
• Perform system upgrades and create network logs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Network Administration is preferred, not required.
• Personnel performing the network engineering function shall maintain Cisco certification CCNA and/or CCDA, as well as Security+.
• Frequent sitting, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing and seeing up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; occasional walking or standing.
• Strong understanding of network management and security.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware/software/network issues.
• Expertise in IP address schemes, DNS, WINS, and Ether-Channel bonding.
• Ability to analyze and optimize network performance.
• Experience in system upgrades and maintenance.
• Excellent communication and technical support skills.
• Knowledge of network logs and documentation practices.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information: Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Job Info

• Job Identification 43515
• Job Category Information Technology Services
• Posting Date 08/26/2026, 07:06 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Biloxi, MS, United States (On-site)