As a Sr. Network Administrator II, you’ll support all areas of secure network technologies in a dynamic operational IT environment within the Department of state. You will use network monitoring tools to troubleshoot, analyze and resolve technical problems, play a critical role in troubleshooting network issues, analyzing performance data, and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency.
Requirements
- Supervise daily shift activities (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) and coordinate other shift analysts for a seamless handover.
- Responsible for evaluating, maintaining, and improving the network reliability, availability and performance
- Continuously monitor network performance, availability, and security using NOC monitoring tools.
- Respond to network alerts, diagnose failures, and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and update NOC processes, playbooks, and incident response plans.
- Apply security patches, updates, and firewall configurations.
- Maintain up-to-date network diagrams, documentation, and inventory records.
- Manage and configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
- Conduct thorough security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Investigate security incidents to determine root causes and implement remediation strategies.
- Conduct threat intelligence analysis to identify and mitigate emerging cyber threats.
- Perform real-time analysis of security logs and network traffic for anomalies.
- Work with Cisco switch, router and firewall infrastructure and technologies
- Interface with customers to resolve network and connectivity related issues
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs