Network Administrator 1- Washington, DC - (Nights / Weekends)

ID 10560

Location Washington, DC

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Position / Candidate Requirements

In this role you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and testing of Physical Access Control, CCTV, PSIM and Integrated Electronic Systems. This position is maintained at a single on-site work location. Candidates must be flexibility in schedule, neat in appearance, able to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers. Punctuality, attendance, a willingness to learn, and an ability to work well with others are key to success in this role.

Responsibilities :

• Configure and maintain Cisco network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls

• Troubleshoot network issues and provide solutions to ensure optimal network performance

• Maintain Windows servers and applications, including Active Directory and Group Policy

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows operating systems and applications

• Implement and maintain backup and recovery processes for Windows systems

• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve network and system-related issues

• Provide technical support and training to end-users

• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and industry trends related to network and system administration

Education and Experience:

• 4-6 Years of Experience with an Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, Cybersecurity

• 6-8 Years of Experience with a High School Diploma

Required Progressive Experience:

• Must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of Cisco networking equipment, protocols, and configurations.

• Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to identify and resolve network outages, connectivity issues, and hardware problems.

• Port Security: Proficiency in configuring, managing, and clearing port security settings.

• Server Administration: Experience with server reboot procedures and basic server maintenance.

• Communication: Excellent communication skills for interacting with end-users, clients, and team members.

• Customer Service: A customer-centric approach to providing efficient and effective technical support.

• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and rectify network and server issues.

• Documentation: Ability to maintain accurate records of network configurations, changes, and issue resolutions.

• Time Management: Effective time management to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/incidents.

• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams for complex issue resolution.

• IT Security: Awareness of basic IT security best practices and protocols.

• Must be able to work nights and weekends.

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) required, higher certifications a plus

• CCure 9000 and Genetec Security Center a plus

• CCNA, CCNP or Network+ Security + or similar which meet current guidelines such as DOD 8570 Baseline Certification IAT Level II.

Required Certifications:

• At least 5 years experience in Cisco network engineering and Windows system administration

• Strong understanding of network protocols, architecture, and topology

• Experience in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco network devices

• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools such as Orion

• Strong understanding of Windows Server OS, Active Directory, and Group Policy

• Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware

• Experience in PowerShell scripting or other automation tools

• Knowledge of backup and recovery processes for Windows systems

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams to resolve network and system-related issues

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.

• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.

• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

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