Secret Network Admin

Insight Global for a Network Admin to be onsite at Quantico, VA. The Network Administrator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting network connectivity and infrastructure. This role supports multiple networks across various classification levels, ensuring continuous, secure connectivity for customers and sites. The position works closely with the Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) to provide helpdesk support, resolve connectivity issues, and maintain compliance with Information Assurance requirements.
What you will do
• Operate, monitor, and maintain local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), and virtual private networks (VPN) to ensure smooth, reliable performance.
• Plan, install, configure, and reconfigure network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, multiplexers, hubs, bridges, and gateways.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues, including WAN circuits, equipment failures, router/switch configurations, firewall ACLs, VoIP device setup, and cryptographic device/keying material.
• Coordinate with Navy, DISA, and commercial circuit providers for network implementation and issue resolution.
• Maintain Information Assurance compliance, including IOS upgrades, configuration changes, and firewall ACL verification.
• Support remote sites in restoring network operations after outages or failures.
• Prepare and maintain network documentation, including operational instructions and configuration records.
• Monitor network performance, conduct analysis, and provide recommendations for short and long term improvements.
• Coordinate third party maintenance for network equipment when required.
• Design network solutions, including hardware and software selection, to meet evolving operational needs.
• Work periodic shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends, as required to support mission readiness and operational continuity.
Compensation: $50/hr to $57/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law

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Required Skills & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 years relevant experience or Master's degree in a related field and 3 years relevant experience orPhD/JD in a related field and 0 years experience; ORnHigh school diploma/equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting WAN/LAN equipment and circuits.
• Experience monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting ASA firewall ACLs.
• Ability to troubleshoot at the protocol/packet level using sniffers, protocol analyzers, NetFlow, logging, etc.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco networking, including IP addressing, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, multicast), and Cisco IOS.
• Must hold a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP).
• Must hold a current of active DoD Secret security clearance.


Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Understanding of IP networking fundamentals, OSI model, and packet/frame structures.
• Experience in a Network Operations Center (NOC) environment, including help desk, customer communication, and ticket resolution.
• Familiarity with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs).
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Knowledge of network security technologies, including firewalls, VRFs, and port security/802.1x.
• Experience with NSA Type 1 cryptographic devices and keymat (KG 175D, KG 75).
• Willingness to work periodic shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends.


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.