Network Performance Monitoring Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

K oniag Data Solutions, LLC,a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Network Administrator Tier 2 (Network Operations Center) to support KDS and our government customer. This position is located in the DC area and telework will be allowed when not on rotation. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. The Network Administrator is responsible for implementing, managing, and administering the networks. The primary responsibilities include performing network assessments, implementing and configuring network hardware and software, ensuring adherence to security standards, monitoring network performance, and maintaining system documentation. The Network Administrator will collaborate closely with the Network Engineer to carry out these responsibilities effectively. This position is in Washington, DC and will be rotating with time in the office and time Remote. Education and Experience Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in network administration, including implementing and managing complex networks. * Proven experience with network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and security appliances. * Familiarity with network security best practices, policies, and procedures. Required Skills and Competencies: * Perform network assessments, requirements analysis, implementation, configuration of network hardware/software adhering to security standards * Collaborate with Network Engineer on network design, recommendations, expertise * Monitor network performance, testing, prepare test reports * Configure routers, switches, firewalls, security appliances per approved design * Install/configure security tools like vulnerability scanners, IDS, SIEM, network management software * Administer user accounts, network resource access, assist with client device setup * Monitor systems/services, resolve issues, log activities, create/test backups, validate recovery * Monitor logs, investigate anomalies related to authentication, hardware, admin activities * Assess and apply network equipment security patches per procedures * Implement network monitoring tools for continuous security/performance monitoring * Exceptional communication skills to liaise with technical/non-technical stakeholders' attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation. Desired Skills and Competencies: * Experience working in a government or regulated environment with stringent security requirements. * Knowledge of network automation and scripting for efficient management. * Familiarity with cloud networking technologies and virtualization. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352