Lead Network Administrator

DirectViz Solutions, (DVS) is a rapidly growing government contractor that provides strategic services that meet mission IT needs for government customers. DVS provides innovative information technology solutions to government clients through the knowledge and expertise of our dedicated employees. DVS is an employee-centric employer that provides competitive compensation, comprehensive medical plans, 401k match, PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and employee recognition and appreciation programs.

At DVS, we recognize that our employees are our number one resource. If you are a problem-solving people-person, apply today!

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Network Administrator to join our team supporting a large-scale government network infrastructure. The position will be on-site at our Lanham, MD location in a 24/7 environment. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting a critical network infrastructure. If you are a motivated individual with the required technical expertise, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will possess in-depth networking knowledge and experience within large, complex enterprise environments. This role focuses on managing and optimizing the network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with security policies, and maintaining seamless operations across network components, including WLAN controllers, routers, switches, and other network devices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, configure, and support LAN/WAN, wireless networks, and network infrastructure to ensure consistent performance and security compliance.


• Implement security policies, best practices, and global configurations on network devices in coordination with tool administrators.


• Monitor network performance and ensure all voice, video, and data are transported successfully while adhering to service level agreements (SLAs).


• Design, organize, modify, install, and support network systems, including wired (Cat 5/6) and wireless LANs, routers, switches, and firewalls.


• Support after-hours on-call services for high-priority incidents (P1/P2) and assist with service restoration as part of SRTs.


• Ensure the deployment of new technologies, maintain software levels, and apply updates to meet evolving network needs.


• Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with governance, risk management, and compliance mandates.


• Provide technical expertise on multi-vendor environments and transfer network configurations across different platforms.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in network administration within large, complex enterprise environments, with extensive knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, access control lists, VPNs, wireless networks, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, firewall operations, and spanning tree.


• Hands-on experience with VoIP, MPLS, PLS/SIP protocols, wired (Cat 5/6) and wireless LANs, and Unix/Windows system administration.


• Proficiency with Cisco Routers/Switches (all models), F5 Load Balancers, and protocol analyzers (Riverbed, Netscout).


• Expertise in Cisco Unified Communications, QoS, SNMP (v1-v3), IPv4/IPv6, Riverbed AppExpert, Aruba platforms, VPN/DMZ, remote access, and PKI.


• Skilled in configuring EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, DMVPN, Cisco ASA, and ACS for RADIUS authentication.


• Certifications: CCNA (or higher), CCNP Voice/Data, CCNA Wireless, ITIL v3, Aruba ACMX/ACDX, CWNA, CWSP.


• Strong documentation skills (Visio), technical project management, scripting (Perl/SQL), and network monitoring tools.


• Excellent communication and knowledge transfer abilities.

• Education: Associate's degree in engineering DirectViz Solutions, (DVS) is a rapidly growing or equivalent experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Be able to maintain awareness during scheduled working hours.


• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at desk and working on a computer (mouse and keyboard)


• Able to lift up to 15 pounds.


• Excellent verbal and written communication; good command of the English language


• Execute tasks independently and work as a team.


• Learns and memories routine tasks.


• Strong organizational, grammar, business correspondence, and self-management skills


• Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities.


• DVS retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.