Network Administrator II

Network Administrator II

Requirements

• 3+ years experience in network administration and management in a multi-platform enterprise environment
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field desired
• Must be Security+ certified (or hold an equivalent certification in compliance with IAT Level II)
• Must hold a Cisco certification (e.g. CCNA) or be able to obtain within six months of start date
• Experience leading teams in network hardware/software installation and LAN/WAN operations
• Proficient in network troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and cybersecurity best practices
• Familiar with network security enforcement, compliance, and DoD cybersecurity policies
• Able to support users through training and operational guidance on network usage and troubleshooting
• Experience with DoD IT environments and network security tools such as ACAS, HBSS, and DISA STIG compliance
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and/or Juniper network devices in a large-scale enterprise setting
• Extensive knowledge of multi-protocol network communications, hardware/software integration, and network management tools
• Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to variable workload and job duties
• Able to interact professionally with all levels of an organization
• Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain connectivity for the Joint Training and Experimentation Network (JTEN)
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network switches, routers, and access points to support classified/unclassified JTEN operations
• Provide daily O&M to sustain LAN/WAN connectivity and mission-critical network performance
• Maintain network architecture, VLAN segmentation, firewall configurations, and security protocols
• Support interoperability between JTEN and other Army network environments, ensuring seamless data exchange and communications
• Enforce DoD and Army cybersecurity policies
• Apply and maintain DISA STIG configurations for all network devices
• Ensure compliance with RMF processes and Army IAVM patching requirements
• Support ACAS, HBSS, and endpoint security implementations
• Perform network penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and risk mitigation in coordination with cybersecurity teams
• Diagnose network connectivity issues, security vulnerabilities, and bandwidth limitations
• Conduct network performance tuning and optimization using network monitoring tools
• Implement network redundancy, failover solutions, and load balancing strategies for JTEN reliability
• Support network infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and firmware/software updates to maintain secure and efficient operations
• Develop and implement network policies, procedures, and access control measures in accordance with Army NEC service standards
• Maintain detailed network topology maps, configuration logs, and change management records
• Assist in network audits, security inspections, and compliance reporting
• Provide training to local users and network administrators on JTEN operations, cybersecurity best practices, and troubleshooting techniques
• Ensure users comply with Army network access control policies and operational security measures

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.