Network Administrator (Cloud & Security)- 5 days onsite Reston, VA

Arlington, VA, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 4 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

$125000 - $140000/yr

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Job Details

Skills

Network Design
Analytics
LAN
WAN
Wireless Networking
Field Operations
OSPF
Security Operations
Servers
Firmware
IP
Intellectual Property
Schematics
Standard Operating Procedure
Backbone.js
Enterprise Networks
Routing
Switches
VLAN
NAT
Virtual Private Network
DHCP
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
Management
Optical Fiber
Structured Cabling
Documentation
Cisco
Fortinet
Juniper
Palo Alto
Routing Protocols
Border Gateway Protocol
Computer Networking
Firewall
IDS
IPS
Network
Hardening
Incident Management
Workflow
Threat Analysis
Technical Writing
Customer Facing
Computer Science
Network Administration
IT Infrastructure
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Cyber Security
System On A Chip
International Relations
Information Retrieval
Investor Relations
Cabling
SAP BASIS

Summary

Network Administrator- Cloud & Security

We are looking for a Network Administrator (Cloud & Security) to support this company's field deployment environments. This position is responsible for deploying, operating, and securing the network infrastructure that powers their border-security analytics platforms.

The company is located in Reston, VA and will be 5 days onsite a week.

What You Will Be Doing:

Deploy, configure, and maintain secure LAN/WAN environments, including VPNs, firewalls, and wireless networks for field operations
Administer routing technologies such as BGP, OSPF, and static routing as required
Support Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) systems and mission-critical uptime requirements
Manage and maintain network equipment, file servers, firewalls, VPN platforms, and security monitoring tools
Perform routine system health checks, firmware and patch updates, and configuration changes
Create and maintain network diagrams, configuration documentation, IP schematics, and standard operating procedures
Plan, install, terminate, and certify fiber and copper cabling to deliver a resilient physical network backbone that meets performance and redundancy standards

Required Skills & Experience:

Strong hands-on background with enterprise networking (routing, switching, VLANs, NAT, VPNs, DHCP, DNS)
Install, terminate, test, and certify fiber optic cabling (single-mode/multimode; LC, SC, MPO) end-to-end
Route, label, and manage fiber and conduit across racks, closets, and structured cabling pathways, producing accurate as-built documentation
Experience with major networking and security platforms (Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.)
Practical working knowledge of routing protocols including BGP
Working knowledge of public cloud networking and security models (Azure and/or AWS)
Experience configuring and operating firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs, and security monitoring tools
Background performing network assessments, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening
Familiarity with incident response workflows and threat analysis concepts
Ability to create SOPs, diagrams, and technical documentation for field/ops teams
Comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and customer-facing environments
Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally (potentially heavy travel)

Education & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- OR 8+ years of directly relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Minimum 5 years of network administration and IT infrastructure experience
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or both) required
Cybersecurity experience required (SOC operations, IR, threat detection, or similar)
Experience designing, implementing, and documenting physical infrastructure (rack/stack, cabling, server install)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
This position doesn't provide sponsorship.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10105282
Position Id: 862687
Posted 30+ days ago

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