Network Administrator

About the role

The Network Administrator supports daily IT operations by managing networks, troubleshooting issues, coordinating with vendors, guiding staff, and assisting with systems projects, quality reviews, and policy discussions across DoD information systems.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for directing and monitoring information systems operations
• Design, build, and implement network systems
• Direct compilation of records and reports concerning network operations and maintenance
• Troubleshoot network performance issues
• Analyze network traffic and provide capacity planning solutions
• Monitor and respond to complex technical control facility hardware and software problems
• Interface with vendor support service groups to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance
• Manage purchase, testing, installation, and support of network communications, including LAN/MAN/WAN systems
• Perform system-level design and configuration of products, including determination of hardware, OS, and other platform specifications
• Plan large-scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies
• Perform systems engineering tasks and activities involving major systems design, integration, and implementation, including personnel, hardware, software, budget, and support facilities/equipment
• Provide quality assurance review and evaluation of new and existing software products
• Provide assistance and oversight for information systems operations, including:
• Computer and telecommunications/communications operations
• Data entry and data control
• LAN/MAN/WAN administration and operations support
• Operating systems programming
• System security policy procedures
• Web strategy and operations
• Provide input to policy-level discussions regarding standards and budget constraints
• Supervise personnel engaged in operation and support of network facilities, including communications equipment on various platforms in large-scale or multi-shift operations
• Supervise complex operations involving multiple functions such as network operations, systems security, systems software support, and production support activities
• Monitor and respond to hardware, software, and network problems
• Provide routine testing and analysis of all elements of network facilities, including power, software, communications machinery, lines, modems, and terminals

Required Education & Experience

• High School diploma and at least 5 years of experience is required.
• Ability to work in a team environment, but self-driven to complete assignments while continually developing proficiencies in processes.
• Strong written and verbal communications, team building and collaboration skills.

Certification Requirements

• DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent).
• Desired Qualifications:
• Prior experience at DISA, or knowledge of DISA systems and processes.
• Basic understanding of Department of Defense, its policies, and hierarchy.
• Basic understanding of DISA organizational structure and how different elements (DITCO, etc.) contribute to fulfilling mission partner TSR requirements.
• Network certifications (Cisco, Juniper, etc.).

Clearance Requirements

• Active DoD SECRET is required.

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

• Position is on site at Government facility. Remote work is not available.