Network & Infrastructure Administrator

IDEMIA Group; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEMIA Group in Chantilly, Virginia is looking for an IT Infrastructure Specialist to support and maintain their technology environment for secure manufacturing operations. The role involves hands-on support for enterprise networking, virtualization, Windows servers, and ensuring operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in IT Infrastructure, an Associate's Degree, and knowledge of networking and virtualization technologies. This position requires participation in a 24x7 on-call rotation for critical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on IT Infrastructure experience.
• Associate's Degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN and network infrastructure.
• Configure and troubleshoot network components.
• Provide Level 2/3 support for infrastructure-related incidents.

Skills

Networking

Windows Server

Virtualization

Backup administration

Cybersecurity initiatives

Education

Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

Tools

Aruba CX Switching

VMware vSphere

Veeam

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

Purpose

Supports the local IT Infrastructure team responsible for maintaining the technology environment that enables secure manufacturing operations. This position provides hands‑on support for enterprise networking, Windows servers, virtualization, backup, telecommunications, and production infrastructure while ensuring high availability, security, and operational excellence. Performs work under general supervision and collaborates with other Infrastructure Administrators and IT Support Specialists.

Key Missions

• Support enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN and network infrastructure.
• Configure and troubleshoot switches, routing, VLANs, wireless authentication and network connectivity.
• Support Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Group Policy administration.
• Support VMware and Hyper‑V virtualization environments.
• Assist with backup administration, disaster recovery testing and business continuity activities.
• Install and maintain servers, network switches, storage systems and rack infrastructure.
• Support structured cabling, fiber optic connectivity and network patch panels.
• Support secure file transfer platforms and production network connectivity.
• Coordinate with telecommunications, Internet and infrastructure vendors.
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades, technology refreshes and site projects.
• Assist with cybersecurity initiatives, vulnerability remediation and compliance activities.
• Participate in ISO, PCI, customer and internal audits as required.
• Provide Level 2/3 support for infrastructure‑related incidents.
• Participate in a 24x7 on‑call rotation for critical production systems.
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies such as 5S and Kaizen.

Profile & Other Information

Years of Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands‑on IT Infrastructure experience

Education:

• Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered.

Technical Environment:

Networking: Aruba CX Switching, Aruba ClearPass, Forcepoint Firewalls, TCP/IP, VLANs, Routing & Switching, VPN, Structured Cabling, Fiber Optics
Systems: Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, PowerShell (basic scripting)
Virtualization: VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper‑V, Proxmox (plus)
Backup & Storage: Backup: Veeam | Storage: SAN / NAS
Database: Microsoft SQL Server