Network Specialist II (Mid-Level)

ZP Group; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision plan

401k Plan

Holidays

PTO

Sick leave as required by law

Job summary

ZP Group is seeking a Network Specialist II in Norfolk, Virginia, to support enterprise network infrastructure. The role involves configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting various network technologies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3–7 years of experience.

Essential skills include strong knowledge of routing, switching, and security protocols. Additional qualifations like active certifications and clearance are essential. Attractive compensation up to $65,000 based on experience, along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience supporting enterprise network environments.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within designated timeframe).
• Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
• Experience supporting government, defense, or highly regulated environments.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and availability.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and performance issues.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.

Skills

TCP/IP

Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)

Network segmentation

Cisco networking equipment

Network security technologies

Network monitoring and management tools

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Excellent communication skills

Cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Education

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

Tools

Cisco IOS

Cisco Catalyst

Cisco Nexus

Meraki platforms

Aruba wireless technologies

Python

PowerShell

Ansible

Job description

Network Specialist II (Mid-Level)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Specialist II to support the design, implementation, maintenance, & troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of routing, switching, network security, and troubleshooting methodologies while supporting mission‑critical environments. This position requires the ability to work independently, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and provide technical support to customers and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
• Monitor network performance and availability using network management and monitoring tools.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity, performance, and security issues.
• Implement and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN solutions.
• Support network upgrades, migrations, and technology refresh efforts.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist with network architecture planning and recommend improvements to optimize performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and operations teams to support enterprise IT initiatives.
• Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and problem resolution activities.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members and end users as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Additional experience may be substituted for education.
• 3–7 years of experience supporting enterprise network environments.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within designated timeframe).
• Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco networking equipment.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLANs, STP, and network segmentation.
• Experience supporting network security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control solutions.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience supporting government, defense, or highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, or Meraki platforms.
• Experience with Aruba wireless technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments.
• Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Ansible.
• Additional certifications such as Cisco CCNP, Network+, Aruba certifications, or vendor-specific networking credentials.
• Active Secret clearance required

Compensation

• Salary: $55,000 - 65,000 depending on experience
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, sick leave as required by law
• Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.