IT contractor - network support

Patriot, LLC seeks an experience Network Administrator to join our mission essential on-site team in Annapolis Junction.
Active Secret clearance.
Due to contract requirements, only US Citizens can be considered. Seven (7)+ years of experience in a Network Administrator role or in a related field.
Network configuration and monitoring.
Firewall configuration – palo alto, juniper, etc.
Network monitoring tools – SolarWinds and NetCool.
Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.
This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators.
Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal throughput and reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues using firewall logs, switch packet capture tools; engaging with cross-functional teams to leverage support and collaboration when necessary
Conduct network capacity planning and bandwidth management to accommodate future growth and changing business needs.
Collaborate with other teams to integrate network infrastructure with cloud services, storage systems, and other IT components.
Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in networking and recommend their adoption as appropriate.
Create and maintain documentation related to network configurations, diagrams, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior network engineers.
Managing, monitoring, maintaining, and securing networks and tenant network segments that integrate the transport of networks and data.
Organizing, documenting, and managing the delivery of Network load balancing services
Document and Manage Internet Protocol Addresses

As such, the Company conducts pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and contract-mandated testing in accordance with federal and state law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Patriot LLC (Patriot), located in Columbia, Maryland is an established, privately held government and commercial services Contractor with dedicated employees who bring relevant, responsive and adaptive solutions to our customers.
In 2013, we received the Baltimore Business Journal’s award for being the largest veteran owned business based in the Baltimore area. In 2012, we received the 2012 Best in Columbia for our work in the areas of Computer Integrated Systems Design.
Today, with multiple government and commercial Programs, our Core Competencies have evolved in several key operational, technical and program support areas.
As a value-added partner, we provide our government and commercial customers with the quality assurance, performance-based and program management credentials required for a maximum Return on Investment (ROI), and sustainable strategic advantages, for both the short and long terms.
Lastly, as a “verified” Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Minority/Disadvantaged Business Entity (MBE/DBE), Patriot is committed to delivering the highest quality personnel, most innovative approaches wrapped in state-of-the-art solutions using the latest and most advanced technologies available.
As required by Executive Order 14042, government contractor employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee’s duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 24, 2021 or before beginning work if after November 24. Company website: