Senior Network Administrator

KaylaTek, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company focused on fostering career development and team success. This role will involve managing and troubleshooting network systems at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, requiring strong security and network management skills. Experience with DoD compliance is necessary, along with relevant security certifications.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Program

Qualifications

• 9 years' network experience analyzing and resolving complex hardware issues.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Minimum 8 years' experience with LAN switching and routing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor data or infrastructure network for messages, alarms, or issues.
• Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard procedures.
• Maintain required security posture on all network equipment.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Problem resolution

Security protocols

Education

Active CompTIA Security + or CCNP Security certification

Active CCNA Certification

Job description

Come join our growing team with a 21st Century Vision! At KaylaTek, we understand that the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ. Our focus is not just on jobs, but on building and enhancing your career through ongoing professional development, training, and high quality of life. Our team members choose KaylaTek for a number of reasons including our competitive compensation and benefit packages, dedication to education, as well as our outstanding service. Our Grow Strong Vision encompasses a place for employees to grow, learn and feel a sense of belonging, not just a place to work.

Employee Benefit Offerings

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company matching, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Professional Development Program, Military Leave Support, Referral bonuses and more!

Location: Joint Base Anacosta-Bolling (JBAB), Washington DC - 100% on site

Shift: Core hours: 6am - 6p; Shift: 10am - 6pm (M-F; After hours support - Required (Duty phone will rotate between team members).

Certifications required:

• Active CompTIA Security + or CCNP Security certification
• Active CCNA Certification

Security Clearance

• Active DOD Secret clearance

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor data or infrastructure system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
• Identify issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary.
• Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate.
• Initiate resolution as appropriate for enterprise level routers and switches.
• Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance.
• Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management.
• Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates, STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements.
• Support special projects and day‐to‐day operations as needed or assigned by the site lead
• Support on-call rotation schedule

Basic Qualifications

• 9 years' network experience analyzing, identifying, and resolving complex network hardware, circuit, and transmission logic problems.
• Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance
• Active CompTIA Security + or CCNP Security certification
• Active CCNA Certification
• Minimum 8 years' senior level experience with of LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer 2 and 3 switching configurations.
• Minimum 8 years' senior level experience with Layer 3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, etc.) and best practices on implementation.
• Minimum 8 years' senior level experience with L1/L2 network troubleshooting (Unclassified and Classified
• Experienced with programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting encryption devices at network points of presence including management via GEM-X or other DoD management tools.
• Experienced with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures
• Experienced with DoD network and application security hardening requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced with CISCO ISE and CISCO DNA
• Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB)
• Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

MUST BE A US CITIZEN

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

KaylaTek is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-VERIFY AND BACKGROUND CHECKS

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. KaylaTek participates in the DHS e-Verify program. KaylaTek also conducts a background check on all candidates post offer though PROScreening LLC.