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Network Administrator II

$125k/y-$160k/y

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

2 days ago

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Summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Network Administrator II to join their team in Arlington, VA. The role involves supporting and maintaining network infrastructures within domestic and international environments and data centers, focusing on reliability, security, and performance of network systems.

About the Role

As a Network Administrator II, you will be responsible for managing Cisco-based network infrastructure, monitoring network performance, implementing network security measures, maintaining documentation, providing support to junior administrators, and participating in capacity planning and network upgrade projects. You will collaborate with IT teams to integrate new network solutions and ensure adherence to SLAs.

About You

Required:

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
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, focusing on Cisco technologies.
Knowledge of Cisco networking technologies, including CCNA certification or equivalent experience.

Preferred:

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.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program including healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
Salary range of $125k–$160k, with actual compensation determined based on several factors.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of: Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. With approximately 1,600 employees across the United States, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is known for anticipating and responding rapidly to our customers’ present and future needs. Within the government sector, our focus is on Defense; Intelligence; Federal Law Enforcement; U.S. Outreach; and Healthcare. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named to the Top Workplaces USA list by Energage from 2021 - 2024. AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a nine-time Northern Virginia Family Service "Companies As Responsive Employers" (CARE) award winner; a Top 10 Employer - Military Friendly®; a Best of the Best Top Veteran Friendly Companies – U.S. Veterans Magazine; and a Virginia Values Veterans – Official V3 Certified Company.

Arlington, VA