Network Administrator II

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.

An average day: As Network Administrator II, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining the network infrastructures within domestic and international environments and data centers. This role contributes to a large enterprise effort on a federal contract, focusing on ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of network systems. You will collaborate with senior team members and cross-functional IT teams to implement network solutions and troubleshoot issues effectively. Additionally, in this position you will:

• Assist in the management and maintenance of Cisco-based network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance, identify issues, and implement troubleshooting measures to ensure optimal functionality.
• Collaborate with IT teams to support the integration of new network solutions and technologies.
• Implement network security measures to protect sensitive data and comply with federal standards.
• Maintain documentation related to network configurations, procedures, and operational standards.
• Provide support and guidance to junior network administrators and assist in their training and development.
• Participate in capacity planning and network upgrade projects as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors for network equipment procurement and support services.
• Ensure adherence to SLAs and assist in reporting on network performance and incidents.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to contribute to network improvements.

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
• Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility. 
• Will be subject to a federal background investigation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Must hold a current 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP)
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in network administration, with a focus on Cisco technologies.
• Knowledge of Cisco networking technologies, including CCNA certification or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP) and basic network architecture principles.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
• Basic understanding of network security measures and familiarity with firewall technologies.
• Exposure to VPN solutions and secure remote access technologies.
• Understanding of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) related to network operations.
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.