Network Administrator (Network Communications 3) - 29672

About the role

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Network Communications professional to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), and virtual private networks (VPN) to ensure smooth, reliable performance.
• Plan, install, configure, and reconfigure network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, multiplexers, hubs, bridges, and gateways.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues, including WAN circuits, equipment failures, router/switch configurations, firewall ACLs, VoIP device setup, and cryptographic device/keying material.
• Cook up with Navy, DISA, and commercial circuit providers for network implementation and issue resolution.
• Maintain Information Assurance compliance, including IOS upgrades, configuration changes, and firewall ACL verification.
• Support remote sites in restoring network operations after outages or failures.
• Prepare and maintain network documentation, including operational instructions and configuration records.
• Monitor network performance, conduct analysis, and provide recommendations for short‑and long‑term improvements.
• Coordinate third‑party maintenance for network equipment when required.
• Design network solutions, including hardware and software selection, to meet evolving operational needs.
• Work periodic shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends, as required to support mission readiness and operational continuity.

Requirements

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Candidate must have experience installing and troubleshooting WAN/LAN equipment and circuits.
• Candidate must have experience monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting ASA firewall ACLs.
• Candidate must have the ability to troubleshoot at the protocol/packet level using sniffers, protocol analyzers, NetFlow, logging, etc.
• Candidate must have strong knowledge of Cisco networking, including IP addressing, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, multicast), and Cisco IOS.
• Candidate must hold a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP).
• Candidate must hold a current of active DoD Secret security clearance.

Skills

• Understanding of IP networking fundamentals, OSI model, and packet/frame structures.
• Familiarity with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs).
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Knowledge of network security technologies, including firewalls, VRFs, and port-security/802.1x.
• Experience with NSA Type 1 cryptographic devices and keymat (KG‑175D, KG‑75).
• Willingness to work periodic shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)).
• Financial planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $94,352.00 - $98,370.48.

Schedule

Job Performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.