Sr. Network AdministratorPosition Overview:
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) seeks a Senior Network Administrator to manage network infrastructure operations maintenance and administration across multiple enclaves data centers regional field offices and AWS GovCloud environments. This role supports DCSA IT modernization and One IT initiatives to enhance flexibility and scalability in enterprise IT.Work Schedule:- Hybrid Schedule: Must be willing to report onsite 5 days a week if required.
- Work Hours:.
Security & Certification Requirements:- TS/SCI eligibilityis required.
- IATII Certification (CCNASecurity CySA CND or Security CE).
- Applicable Network Environment (NE) Certificationis required (CCNA).
Key Performance Objectives (KPOs)- Network Operations & Administration
- Ensure 99.9 uptime across all managed networks.
- Implement and maintain secure scalable and optimized infrastructure.
- Support cloud migrations and transitions from AT&T MPLS to DISA MPLS.
- Security & Compliance
- Perform weekly/monthly patching & security updates ensuring 100 compliance.
- Harden network systems per DoD DISA STIG guidance.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and trend analysis to mitigate risks.
- Infrastructure & Asset Management
- Maintain bench stock of equipment to sustain optimized network operations.
- Ensure lifecycle maintenance & compliance with endoflife timelines.
- Support accreditation & documentation for network deployment.
- Operational Efficiency & Troubleshooting
- Provide F5 BigIP balancing & traffic load balancing support.
- Perform site surveys & field office upgrades.
- Identify and resolve network issues using monitoring & bandwidth management tools.
- Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain network diagrams architecture documents SOPs and access control lists (ACLs).
- Support change control via the Change Review Board.
- Facilitate backup & recovery operations.
Primary Responsibilities:- Research and implement emerging network technologies & best practices.
- Support IT/Communications Security (COMSEC).
- Ensure secure cable management in data centers LAN rooms and telecom closets.
- Provide support for AWS GovCloud and other cloud infrastructure.
Required Skills & Experience:- BA/BS in IT Cybersecurity Data Science Information Systems or Computer Science.
- An additional 4 years of experience may be considered instead of a degree.
- 9 years of relevant experience in network administration.
- Active TopSecret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Desired Skills & Competencies:- Selfmotivated proactive and able to work independently & collaboratively.
- Strong ability to follow DoD & agency processes to minimize risks.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- Strong problemsolving critical thinking and analytical abilities.
- Resultsoriented with a commitment to achieving operational efficiency.
- Ability to work across diverse teams to achieve common objectives.
About Nationwide IT Services
NIS is an IT and Management consulting company is a CVEverified ServiceDisabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Our mission is to deliver valueadded services to our customers leveraging technology people and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.
Our benefits package includes medical dental and vision insurance life and disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match paid holidays PTO (sick/vacation) commuter benefits employee assistance program (EAP) and educational reimbursement along with Pet Insurance.
Nationwide IT Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity genetics disability or protected veteran status.
Required Experience:
Senior IC