Network Administrator

Role Description: Bowler Pons Solutions Consultants, LLC (Bowler Pons) is looking for a Network Administrator to support a Norco, CA-based contract. This is a full-time, client-site position.

About Bowler Pons: Bowler Pons Solutions Consultants, LLC is a fast-growing Minority-Owned, 8(a)-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Annapolis, MD. As a solutions provider, we deliver cutting-edge technology and comprehensive support for our client's toughest challenges in the fields of physical and cyber security, IT and network administration, and systems engineering. As a small business, we offer unmatched opportunity to learn, grow, and take ownership of new projects and concepts. We work fast, have big goals, and are looking for teammates who thrive in a dynamic and forward-looking environment. As an employer, we pride ourselves on offering best-in-class benefits – including generous tuition reimbursement, paid leave, and opportunities for mentorship and professional development – in combination with the personal connections of a small business. Find out more at www.bowlerpons.com.

About the Role: Bowler Pons is looking for an experienced network administrator/engineer to join our team of senior professionals providing IT, network engineering, and cybersecurity support to a federal government client.
Responsibilities may include:

• Providing network engineering support for a broad range of programs, to include planning, designing, and evaluating various components of the assigned network
• Providing specifications for network architecture
• Performing needs assessments and evaluating/recommending new technologies to enhance current capabilities
• Installing, configuring, managing, monitoring, modifying, testing, and/or servicing of network equipment
• Resolving highly complex problems using application and interpretation of technical knowledge, conceptualizing, and deductive reasoning
• Conducting research on and implementing network engineering best practices
• Performing engineering analysis of telecommunications alternatives in support of strategic modernization and enhancement efforts for medium and large-scale telecommunication infrastructures
• Implementing and configuring specific network solutions to support server requirements, to include load-balancing, virtual private networks, firewalls, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Internet Protocol Security (IPSec), and cryptographic solutions
• Creating and updating technical documentation and providing timely communications regarding network and system availability, performance, and issues

Required Qualifications:

• United States citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Enterprise certification (Mandatory)
• At least seven (7) years of experience as a Network Engineer
• At least three (3) years of experience installing patches, performing system updates, and managing server and storage processing strategies
• Experience managing the daily operational requirements of computer network systems, file servers, and web servers
• Experience managing restricted-access networks, such as classified or research networks

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise
• Experience with cybersecurity and networking best practices (NIST 800-171 and related standards)
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation
• Strong analytic and communication skills
• Ability to master new technologies and processes quickly
• Good time management skills
• Commercial and business awareness and an interest in applying/integrating new technologies

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