Network Administrator - TS/SCI Required

About the role

TEKsystems has a career opening for a Sr Network Administrator on a DISA contract. This role is 100% on-site at the customer location in Fort Meade, MD.

Responsibilities

• Works independently to perform configuration of assets to include switches, load balancers, routers, and firewalls.
• Performs routine maintenance, troubleshooting, updates, and implements security measures on Cisco, Juniper, and Dell network assets.
• Creates and maintains system documentation, configuration management, and change management efforts accurately and timely.
• Completes checklists and manages devices to mitigate cyber security controls and measures as required.
• Assists in the implementation of global projects for network architecture upgrades by providing technical insight, projected necessary actions, timelines, and resource availability.
• Implements recurring security requirements on network devices.
• Communicates with external partners to coordinate troubleshooting efforts where required.
• Utilizes moderate system administration skills in both Linux and Windows environments to navigate current systems while managing network assets.
• Provides architectural and topology recommendations where efficiencies can be made.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline with 8+ years of overall related experience, or additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret with SCI.
• At least 3 years of Linux and/or Windows familiarity.
• Currently possess DoD 8750 certification at IAT level II, e.g., Security+ce or higher.
• Currently possess CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to the need for an active or interim DoD clearance.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave).

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, contract-to-hire position based in Fort Meade, MD.