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We are actively hiring a Network Administrator join our Mission Technology and Solutions Division working in Mclean, Virginia. You will support a data communications network; maintain the network hardware and software as well as monitor the network to ensure availability to all system users; and perform the necessary maintenance to support network availability. You will need to be proficient in Cisco network solutions, as well as software defined networks and firewalls from AWS, Google, and Microsoft.
In this role you will:
Deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all active network equipment (Cisco routers, switches, firewalls) ensuring seamless network operations.
Responsible for troubleshooting and resolving network issues, implementing security measures and proactively optimizing network performance.
Monitor and resolve network related service tickets.
Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and network design documentation.
Setup user accounts, permissions and passwords
Perform network upgrades to maintain system integrity and overall availability.
Support and administer third-party applications.
Ensure security and efficiency of IT infrastructure following industry standards.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or similar field or similar experience
7+ years of experience
Experience working with and troubleshooting Cisco and/or Juniper network vendor platforms
Knowledge of and experience with networking technology and protocols, TCP/IP, Routing (static, OSPF, BGP, and policy-based), Firewalls (zone based polices and ACLs), SSH, VPNs
Knowledge of network management platforms such as SolarWinds
Demonstrated understanding of IPv4 networks
Experience with network device hardening in accordance with industry best practices
Knowledge of different operating systems (Microsoft, Unix, Linux, etc.)
Attention to detail, problem solving mindset, critical thinking and teamworking skills
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have
Cisco CCNP or Juniper JCNIP certifications or skill level at minimum (Senior / Expert)
Experience with automating network tasks using Ansible or Python
Familiarity with cloud hosting solutions such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud
VMWare experience
CompTIA Network+, CCNP, CCNA certifications
Candidates must possess a current TS/SCI security clearance w/Polygraph.
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action
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Acclaim Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities