Network Administrator

Koniag Government Services

United States · Full-time · Entry

KDS

Job ID 2425281

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Koniag Data Solutions (KDS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Network Administrator to support KDS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The Network Administrator is responsible for implementing, managing, and administering the networks. The primary responsibilities include performing network assessments, implementing and configuring network hardware and software, ensuring adherence to security standards, monitoring network performance, and maintaining system documentation. The Network Administrator will collaborate closely with the Network Engineer to carry out these responsibilities effectively.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in network administration, including implementing and managing complex networks.
Proven experience with network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and security appliances.
Familiarity with network security best practices, policies, and procedures.

Required Skills and Competencies:

Perform network assessments, requirements analysis, implementation, configuration of network hardware/software adhering to security standards
Collaborate with Network Engineer on network design, recommendations, expertise
Monitor network performance, testing, prepare test reports
Configure routers, switches, firewalls, security appliances per approved design
Install/configure security tools like vulnerability scanners, IDS, SIEM, network management software
Administer user accounts, network resource access, assist with client device setup
Monitor systems/services, resolve issues, log activities, create/test backups, validate recovery
Monitor logs, investigate anomalies related to authentication, hardware, admin activities
Assess and apply network equipment security patches per procedures
Implement network monitoring tools for continuous security/performance monitoring
Exceptional communication skills to liaise with technical/non-technical stakeholders’ attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Desired Skills and Competencies:

Experience working in a government or regulated environment with stringent security requirements.
Knowledge of network automation and scripting for efficient management.
Familiarity with cloud networking technologies and virtualization.
Certifications in relevant network technologies (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto).

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352

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