Network Administrator

Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success! **Job Summary** JCS Solutions is seeking a Network Administrator to support enterprise network operations for the Air Force National Capital Region (AFNCR). This position is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, securing, and maintaining mission-critical network infrastructure supporting Air Force operations. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled network professional with expertise in Cisco technologies, network security, Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, and DoD compliance requirements. This individual will support daily network operations, incident response, infrastructure upgrades, vendor coordination, and cybersecurity initiatives while ensuring the availability and security of enterprise networks. **What’s in it for you:** - Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions. - Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture. - Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment. - A robust benefits package: - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Life insurance - Short-and-long term disability - Paid time off (PTO) - 401k retirement plan with employer match - Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program - And more! **What you will do:** - Monitor enterprise network infrastructure for alarms, outages, service degradation, and performance issues. - Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents involving routers, switches, encryption devices, and associated infrastructure. - Escalate issues appropriately while coordinating resolution efforts across technical teams. - Support enterprise Layer 2 and Layer 3 network environments. - Coordinate with vendors to resolve network outages and performance issues. - Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) as directed by management. - Maintain network security compliance through implementation of STIGs, security updates, and IOS upgrades. - Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure supporting mission operations. - Support encryption devices located at network points of presence and maintain associated management systems. - Utilize DoD network management tools, including GEM-X or similar platforms. - Support day-to-day network operations and special projects assigned by site leadership. - Participate in an on-call rotation supporting operational requirements. - Maintain documentation of network changes, troubleshooting actions, and operational procedures. - Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity, network hardening, and COMSEC requirements. **What you will bring:** - Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; additional experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. - Active DoD Secret Security Clearance. - Current DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification. - Current CCNA or CCNP Security certification. - Expert knowledge of LAN switching technologies. - Strong experience with: - VLANs - VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) - Port Security - Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) - Layer 2 Switching - Layer 3 Switching - Expert-level understanding of Layer 3 routing protocols, including: - EIGRP - OSPF - IS-IS - Advanced troubleshooting experience across Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3 network architectures. - Experience supporting both classified and unclassified network environments. - Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity and network hardening requirements. - Experience managing and troubleshooting enterprise encryption devices. - Experience with DoD network management systems and operational tools. - Familiarity with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures. - Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills. **How you will wow us:** - Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). - Experience with Cisco DNA Center. - Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and AFNCR network environments. - Previous experience supporting operations at: - Joint Base Andre…