Job Description
Insight Global is seeking a Network Administrator in Ft. Meade, MD for it's government customer. As a Network Administrator, you will design, implement, and maintain highly available, secure, and scalable network systems that meet customer requirements. You will support a variety of network-related tasks, including performance tuning, troubleshooting, configuration management, and disaster recovery planning. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure network security compliance and providing expertise to enhance overall network performance and reliability.
Responsibilities:
*Design, develop, and maintain network infrastructures to ensure high availability, security, and scalability.
*Perform network administration tasks, including installation, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.).
*Optimize network performance by analyzing and resolving bottlenecks, latency issues, and network congestion.
*Manage network access and security, adhering to DoD and organizational policies.
*Create and maintain network documentation, including topologies, configurations, processes, and operational procedures.
*Collaborate with development and engineering teams to design and implement efficient network solutions.
*Monitor and analyze network traffic to ensure the availability and performance of network services.
*Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network systems.
*Utilize network monitoring tools to identify, analyze, and resolve complex network issues.
*Implement and maintain compliance with DISA Security *Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) benchmarks.
*Provide network support and troubleshooting during production incidents and outages.
*Ensure the network complies with relevant security standards, including NIST 800-53 and RMF frameworks.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
*Minimum 6-8 years of experience in network administration or related fields.
*Proficiency in managing network technologies such as TCP/IP, VPNs, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP).
*Strong knowledge of network optimization techniques, traffic analysis, and quality of service (QoS) strategies.
*Experience with DoD 8570 compliance and Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II Certification.
*Must hold Security+ certification with CCNA or Network+ certification required.
*Familiarity with network security controls and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF).
*Experience with firewall and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
*Ability to analyze network issues and identify efficient solutions to ensure uninterrupted network operations.
*Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline is preferred OR four (4) additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
*Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python is a plus.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.