Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Administrator - Level III to join our team in Aurora, CO. As a Network Administrator, you will be responsible for administering and managing the organization's network infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, security, and performance. If you have a strong background in network administration, expertise in managing LAN, WAN, and wireless networks, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of network operations, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage the organization's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks.
• Provide network support to users, addressing connectivity issues and ensuring reliable network access.
• Configure network devices such as routers, switches, and access points to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Monitor network performance and availability using network management tools, responding to alerts and resolving issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, topologies, and processes.
• Manage inventory of network hardware and software, ensuring proper tracking and maintenance.
• Develop and implement network configuration plans to support organizational needs and growth.
• Manage network configuration changes, ensuring minimal disruption to network services.
• Perform regular backups of network configurations and implement restore procedures as needed.
• Ensure network configurations adhere to organizational standards and best practices.
• Conduct periodic audits of network configurations to ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Utilize automated tools to streamline network configuration management and reduce manual errors.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on network devices to ensure their proper functioning and longevity.
• Apply firmware and software updates to network devices to maintain security and performance.
• Coordinate and perform repairs or replacements of faulty network hardware.
• Work with vendors for warranty repairs and support services.
• Develop and adhere to maintenance schedules to ensure timely upkeep of
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities, including updates and repairs.
• Implement and enforce network security policies to protect against unauthorized access and threats.
• Configure and manage firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security devices.
• Manage network access controls, ensuring only authorized users have access
• Monitor network security, detecting and responding to potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate and participate in network security incident response efforts.
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Continuously monitor network performance, identifying and addressing
• Conduct capacity planning to ensure the network can accommodate current and future demands.
• Optimize network performance through configuration adjustments and hardware upgrades.
• Generate regular reports on network performance, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
• Utilize performance management tools to gain insights into network performance and make data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Must maintain one of the following IAT II Certifications:
  • CCNA-Security
  • CySA+ **
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • Security+ CE
  • CND
  • SSCP
• CE: Professional level certification for supported technology as approved by the COR.
• Six (6) years of progressive experience demonstrating the required proficiency.
• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalency.
• Current or past DHA support experience preferred

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About Us

Perks of working at NetImpact Strategies

• Your health comes first - we offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision insurance that starts the first of the month after you join the team
• Invest in your future - 401(k) Plan - Immediately vested employer contributions; no matching required
• Work hard, play hard - we offer a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy and observe ALL ten (10) federal holidays
• Pawsitively pawesome - Pet Insurance (because our little critters are part of our families, too!)
• Invest in your education - Tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, & company-sponsored industry certifications
• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment recently ranked by The Washington Post as a Top Work Place in 2019, 2020, & 2022!
• Have fun and celebrate and give back - Team building activities, community volunteering, quarterly HQ days, & an offsite annual awards banquet

ABOUT US

NetImpact Strategies Inc. (NetImpact) has been a Trusted Advisor driving impact through digital transformation for the Federal Government for over a decade. We solve complex problems with innovation and agility to create meaningful, transformative, and enduring change. As Trusted Advisors, NetImpact professionals partner with customer agencies to deliver solutions that empower them to not only meet their missions but also realize their strategic vision through agile, outcome-focused solutions addressing both strategic and tactical requirements. We design and implement comprehensive, tailored solutions that are both mindful of the client's culture and organizational dynamics. NetImpact's core values and commitment to a customer and results-oriented delivery approach has propelled our growth and enabled us to deliver impactful value across Strategic Consulting, Process Automation, Cloud, DevSecOps, Data and Analytics, and Cyber Security for the Federal Government.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTE

NetImpact Strategies is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is NetImpact's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, NetImpact will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made NetImpact aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause undue hardship to NetImpact. If you are an applicant and need reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within NetImpact, or request reasonable accommodation to utilize NetImpact's online employment application, please contact [redacted].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NetImpact is committed to the development of a creative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at NetImpact will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. NetImpact does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws (referred to as "protected status").