Network Specialist

Paragon Technology Group; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Paragon Technology Group seeks a Network Specialist to support DoD requests in a fast-paced JCSE environment at McDill AFB, FL. You will diagnose, install, configure, and maintain VPNs, routers and network devices, ensuring connectivity, security, and performance.

A TS clearance and Security+ or higher are required, with DoD experience. Responsibilities include monitoring networks, implementing security policies, and collaborating with cloud services and government teams to deliver resilient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Active TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Security+ CE certification, and one or more of CCNA, CCNP, Azure Network Specialist Associate, Network+– current and active
• 3 years of related networking experience with network security, firewalls, and security protocols in a DoD environment
• Foundation knowledge in networking fundamentals including LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, and routing and switching
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical thinking

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain computer networks including VPNs, routers, and other network devices.
• Create firewalls and update virus protection software and data security systems to keep data and communications protected.
• Monitor computer systems to improve network performance for all systems
• Monitor network traffic and performance; troubleshoot and resolve networking issues, and communicate actions to other employees and management.
• Work with cloud-based network services to integrate into existing network architectures.
• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to company systems
• Develop and implement network security policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Networking basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Active TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI eligibility

Security+ CE certification

CCNA certification

CCNP certification

Azure Network Specialist Associate

Network+ certification

Tools

VPNs

Routers

Firewalls

Security protocols

Job description

The Network Specialist responds to a multitude of DoD requests in a fast-paced, mission-critical, rapidly evolving DoD Command environment. Diagnose and resolve Network-based issues across all classifications of networked systems supporting the Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE) at McDill AFB, FL. Work with an integrated contract/Government team of IT professionals, designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks, ensuring connectivity, security, and optimal performance. This includes handling tasks like installing and configuring network hardware and software, troubleshooting issues such as outages, and monitoring network performance, and providing Tier 2 support to resolve networking and computing device issues.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain computer networks including VPNs, routers, and other network devices.
• Create firewalls and update virus protection software and data security systems to keep data and communications protected.
• Monitor computer systems to improve network performance for all systems
• Monitor network traffic and performance; troubleshoot and resolve networking issues, and communicate actions to other employees and management.
• Work with cloud-based network services to integrate into existing network architectures.
• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to company systems
• Develop and implement network security policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Active TOP SECRET Clearance with the ability to be SCI eligible
• Security+ CE certification, and one or more of CCNA, CCNP, Azure Network Specialist Associate, Network+– current and active
• 3 years of related networking experience with network security, firewalls, and security protocols in a DoD environment
• Foundation knowledge in networking fundamentals including LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, and routing and switching
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical thinking