Routing/Switching/Firewall Management/Windows

Electrosoft; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrosoft Services, LLC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a senior IT Network Administrator to design, implement, and manage complex network infrastructure including Firewalls, Routers, Switches, VPNs, LAN/WAN and wireless. The role emphasizes security, threat monitoring, and incident response within federal contracting contexts.

The candidate will work with CIS/NIST STIGs compliance, scripting (Python/PowerShell), and tools like Cisco ISE, Palo Alto, Gigamon, and CNAs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT Network Administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in InfoSec/IT or related field
• Familiarity with CIS/NIST STIGs and security hardening standards
• Experience with scripting (Python/PowerShell) and security tooling
• Vendor certifications such as CCNA/PCNSA or higher preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and upgrade IT network solutions aligned with organizational goals
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot to minimize downtime
• Perform regular maintenance: firmware updates, patching, hardware replacement
• Provide technical support for network issues and outages
• Support and test network security measures and incident response
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans
• Collaborate with admins, developers, and security professionals on IT projects
• Experience with Federal SOC capabilities and threat monitoring

Skills

Network Administration

Firewalls

VPN/WAN/LAN

Security monitoring

Education

InfoSec/IT-related bachelor’s degree

Tools

Cisco ISE

Gigamon

Palo Alto Firewalls

Cisco Secure Network Analytics

Palo Alto Prisma

PowerShell

Job description

Routing/Switching/Firewall Management/Windows

Atlanta, GA

Electrosoft Services, LLC is an award-winning company that provides comprehensive technology-based solutions and services to federal customers. While cybersecurity is our specialty, we also focus on ICAM, Zero Trust, digital engineering and transformation, and enterprise AI and intelligent automation.We always seek to delight our customers, so we retain highly qualified employees and offer them meaningful work, growth opportunities, and work-life balance. What sets us apart from all other contractors is the sense of teamwork our employees feel – and the knowledge that outstanding effort is recognized and rewarded.The camaraderie we share emanates from Lunch & Learn sessions where we explore new ideas together, fun group activities ranging from escape rooms to miniature golf, and much, much more. If we’ve described you and your dream workplace, please apply and share in the many benefits and opportunities we offer.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The candidate will be capable of performing the tasks &/or possess the skills listed below:

• Participate in the Implement, Planning, and Execution of IT network solution projects and upgrades which align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot network issues to ensure minimal downtime, identify bottlenecks or areas for improvement, optimize throughput/performance &/or network configurations, and implement quality of service (QoS) policies to ensure efficient data flow.
• Perform regular network maintenance tasks, including firmware updates, patch management, and hardware replacements.
• Provide technical support and expertise to resolve network-related issues and outages promptly.
• Support and troubleshoot new &/or existing network security measures.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems administrators, developers, and security professionals, to support IT projects and initiatives.
• Experience with Federal Security Operations Center capabilities.
• Knowledge of cyber threats, tools, techniques and processes.
• Ability to monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activity.
• Experience with responding to security incidents and taking appropriate action to contain and remediate the issue.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills/Experience/Certifications:

• 8+ years’ experience with IT Network Administration demonstrating experience with managing and supporting network infrastructure, including Firewalls, Routers, Switches, LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
• Proficient in RADIUS, TACACS+, and 802.1x utilizing Cisco Identity Services Engine &/or possess knowledge & familiarity with Gigamon, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco Secure Network Analytics, &/or “Other” industry common security tools.
• Candidate will hold a ComSci/CIS/InfoSec/IT related bachelor’s degree (or higher) with ~8+ years of Network Admin work experience or an equivalent combination of education, certifications, & IT experience.
• Possess knowledge &/or familiarity with security hardening framework standards and regulations from Center for Internet Security (CIS) Control 4, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 Revision 5, and Defense Information Systems Agency’s (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Knowledge, proficiency performing, and/or experience with the following items: scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell, SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools, cloud security technologies, developing and implementing security policies and procedures, and Palo Alto Prisma.
• Candidate will hold and maintain a current vendor (or one version release previous) certification such as “Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)", “Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)", or higher certification. (E.G.: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP))

Pay Range

$150,000 - $170,000 USD

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