Sr Network Administrator

KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produce world-leading Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the US Army, Marine Corps, and allies at our Johnstown, Pennsylvania factory. We have delivered more than 20,000 PROTECTOR RWS to 28 countries. The National Advanced Surface-to-Air System (NASAMS) is a highly mobile and tailorable capability that protects the airspace of 13 countries and Washington, DC. In 2027, we will do final assembly, test, and sustainment of the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile systems at a new factory in southern Virginia.

Join us, and you'll be part of a high performing team that develops advanced technology solutions to protect people and critical infrastructure in countries around the world. Explore your potential and discover what your future could be with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc.

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. in Johnstown, PA is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Administrator to lead the design, implementation, security, and daily operation of our enterprise network infrastructure across multiple locations. This role plays a key part in ensuring reliable, secure, and compliant connectivity for systems that support our business operations and handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

As the organization's technical lead for networking, you will collaborate closely with IT leadership and security teams to maintain a resilient environment aligned with NIST 800-171 and CMMC requirements. This is an opportunity to shape and strengthen the network foundation of a growing defense organization while working on meaningful, high-impact technology initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Network Architecture & Engineering
  • Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure across multiple sites.
  • Manage routing, switching, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
  • Oversee site-to-site connectivity and redundancy strategies.
  • Lead network upgrades, expansions, and lifecycle management.
• Network Security & Compliance
  • Implement and maintain secure network architectures aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2.
  • Configure and manage firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.
  • Support secure enclaves for CUI environments. Partner with ISSO/ISSM to remediate vulnerabilities and support audits.
• Cloud & Hybrid Networking
  • Manage networking in Microsoft environments including:

• Azure Government (VNets, NSGs, routing)
• Microsoft 365 GCC-High connectivity
• Support hybrid identity and secure remote access solutions.

• Monitoring & Incident Response
  • Monitor network performance and availability using enterprise tools
  • Integrate network logs into SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel.
  • Troubleshoot outages, latency issues, and security events.
  • Support incident response efforts related to network activity.
• Operations & Support
  • Serve as escalation point for complex network issues.
  • Maintain documentation including network diagrams and configurations.
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery capabilities.
  • Support plant/facility IT needs at remote locations.

ANY ADDITIONAL, PERIODIC OR OCCASIONAL DUTIES:

• Other duties as assigned by the IT Manager

EQUIPMENT USED IN JOB:

• Computer, laptop and associated hardware and printers; Microsoft M365 Suite; Microsoft Azure.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Networking, or related field (or equivalent experience).

NUMBER OF YEARS AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5-10 years of network administration/engineering experience.

Strong experience with:

• Routing & switching (Cisco, Aruba, or equivalent)
• Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower, etc.)
• VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
• Experience supporting multi-site environments.

MINIMUM LEARNING TIME FOR THIS POSITION PROVIDED EMPLOYEE HAS NECESSARY EXPERIENCE:

• Basic tasks - 3 months
• More advanced tasks that require Kongsberg specific knowledge - 6 months

OTHER POSITION CONSIDERATIONS:

• Follow established confidentiality policy, safety standards, or applicable regulations.
• Knowledge of customer service best practices. Organizational skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time - (25% of year)

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT: "To comply with U.S. national security requirements mandated under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. will consider only applicants who are U.S. Persons for this position." OR "Applicant must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) governing export control." "A U.S. Person is a United States Citizen or National, Lawful Permanent Resident, Lawful Temporary Resident, Refugee or Asylee."

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is part of Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG), an international knowledge-based group that supplies high technology systems and solutions to its customers engaged in oil and gas production, the merchant marine, and the defense and aerospace industries. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. performs final assembly and testing of Remote Weapon Stations. The company also performs repair and overhaul (R&O) of Remote Weapon Stations that come back from field operations.

In addition to competitive wages, we provide an excellent package of benefits, which presently includes company-paid health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, a 9/80 work schedule, life insurance, sick time and paid time off (PTO).

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pre-employment Requirements:

KDA, Inc. requires all candidates to successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol screening, and a background investigation as part of the hiring process.

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Experience level:

5-10 years

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Networking, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Training:

3-6 months (+)

Schedule:

Day shift

Holidays off

Monday to Friday

980 Schedule

Work setting:

In-person

Manufacturing facility

Ability to commute/relocate:

Johnstown, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work.