Senior Network Administrator - Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - DirectViz Solutions, LLC

DirectViz Solutions, (DVS) is a rapidly growing government contractor that provides strategic services that meet mission IT needs for government customers. DVS provides innovative information technology solutions to government clients through the knowledge and expertise of our dedicated employees. DVS is an employee-centric employer that provides competitive compensation, comprehensive medical plans, 401k match, PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and employee recognition and appreciation programs.

At DVS, we recognize that our employees are our number one resource. If you are a problem-solving people-person, apply today!

DVS is looking for a Senior Network Administrator with an active Secret Clearance to support our team in located at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. This is a hybrid role with 2 days onsite and 3 days telework.

Responsibilities:

• Manage network equipment including Routers, Citrix NetScaler/Application Deliver Controller (ADC), Cisco/Brocade switches, firewalls, and associated peripherals.
• Configure routers, switches, and firewalls following the client's direction according to CBC/DAC network topology and allowing specific ports and protocols.
• Provide network administration support in the areas of design, installation, configuration, monitoring and testing of network architectures to manage and maintain an unclassified and classified network infrastructure utilizing state-of the- art and cutting-edge technology.
• Implement, administer, maintain, and configure the client network to monitor, detect, and respond to threats on the network.
• Provide immediate briefings to the client of any immediate/emergency threats to the network.
• Plan and implement future network upgrades as directed by the client.
• Research solutions for new equipment, software, performance improvements, and network configuration/management to support all client networking requirements.
• Ensure that all equipment is based on current industry standards including any new or emerging technologies.
• Keep up-to-date records and documentation of network topology and equipment configurations to support network status reports, network troubleshooting, and network logging.
• Install, support, and maintain new network hardware and software for the CBC infrastructure.
• Implement enterprise network policy and maintain Cybersecurity initiatives and directives as directed by the client.
• Provide technical and programmatic support to assist other client teams and supported organizations in all aspects of planning, engineering, fielding and operating IT systems and resources.
• Maintain VPN architecture and optimize network access to remote disaster recovery sites.
• Configure, manage and utilize Intrusion Detection system (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention system (IPS) to detect and prevent threats to the CBC/DAC environment and identify potential security concerns and solutions.
• Assist in technical evaluation of technical vendor submissions for compliance with client network specifications.
• Review and update SOPs and STIG checklists quarterly.
• Ensure that all equipment is based on current industry standards including any new or emerging technologies.
• Participate in Change Management Control processes and submit Request for Change in accordance with CBC G-6 policy.
• Provide network support for IP based VTC systems.
• Install, remove, configure and repair encryption equipment to alter, expand or maintain the client secure computer network used for classified processing.

Qualifications:

• BA or BS Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of overall applicable experience highly preferred.
• Minimum requirement is HS Diploma with 12+ years of overall applicable experience.
• Interim Secret is allowed until full Secret clearance.
• IAT-II DoDI 8570.01-M Baseline Certification - CompTIA Security +CE.
• Experience configuring routers, firewalls, and switches.
• Experience managing network equipment including Routers, Citrix NetScaler/Application Deliver Controller (ADC), Cisco/Brocade switches, firewalls, and associated peripherals.
• Experience designing, installing, configuring, monitoring, and testing unclassified and classified network architectures.
• Experience researching solutions for new network equipment, software, configurations, and management.
• Experience documenting network topology and equipment configurations.
• Experience installing, supporting, and maintaining new network hardware and software.
• Experience implementing enterprise network policy and maintaining Cybersecurity initiatives and directives.
• Experience detecting and responding to threats on a network.
• Experience configuring, managing, and utilizing Intrusion Detection system (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention system (IPS) to detect and prevent threats.
• Experience reviewing potential vulnerabilities/threats and providing recommendations and potential solutions.
• Experience with Change Management Control processes and submitting Requests for Change (RFC).
• Experience in assessing new technologies and devices.
• Experience installing, removing, configuring, and repairing encryption equipment.
• Knowledge of Communications Security (COMSEC) policies.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to follow instructions and provide support to all team members.

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.