What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Network Administrator position at MANTECH?
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Network Administrator to join our team in Doral, FL.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
- Responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the network infrastructure. This includes servers, routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Configures, monitors, and troubleshoots network devices to maintain seamless connectivity and address emerging issues.
- Implements and maintains essential network security measures, performs routine backups and disaster recovery procedures, and resolves network bottlenecks.
- Installs and configures network hardware and software. They also maintain comprehensive network documentation and provide timely technical support to end users.
- Stays current with emerging network technologies and trends, actively pursuing professional development opportunities. The Network Administrator receives guidance and direction from more senior staff.
- BA/BS in field necessary to assume Network Administrator duties or 4 years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.
- High School diploma plus 4 years of additional experience, or an Associate’s degree plus 2 years of additional experience, may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.
- A relevant Master’s degree may count for 2 years of experience; a relevant PhD may count for 4 years.
- 8 years of experience with 5 years of relevant Network Administrator experience.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and their networking components.
- Knowledge of network security best practices, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and firewall management.
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools and techniques for performance optimization and troubleshooting. Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash for automating network tasks.
- DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification, CompTIA Network , or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications.
- Experience with military/diplomatic operations working within a J-6/G-6/S-6 Directorate or with Special Operations Forces (SOF) or the Department of State (DoS), leading and performing cybersecurity risk assessments for and across multiple commands, agencies, and regionally distributed locations in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
- ITIL Foundation certificate, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator–Associate, and AWS Certified Solutions Architect–Associate certifications.
- Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM) or a component is desired.
- Must have a current/active Secret clearance.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
- Must be able to remain in stationary position for up to 50% of the time.
- Must be able to deliver clear and effective communication verbally and via email, phone, and virtual communication platforms to interface with co-workers and customers.
- Must be able to occasionally move about inside an office environment to access file cabinets, office machinery, and communicate with co-workers.