Network Administrator

Come join our growing team with a 21st Century Vision! At KaylaTek, we understand that the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ. Our focus is not just on jobs, but on building and enhancing your career through ongoing professional development, training, and high quality of life. Our team members choose KaylaTek for a number of reasons including our competitive compensation and benefit packages, dedication to education, as well as our outstanding service. Our Grow Strong Vision encompasses a place for employees to grow, learn and feel a sense of belonging, not just a place to work. Employee Benefit Offerings Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, FSA, 401(k) with company matching, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Professional Development Program, Military Leave Support, Referral bonuses and more!

Location: Joint Base Anacosta-Bolling (JBAB), Washington DC - 100% on site (with ad-hoc telework)

Shift: Core hours: 6 am - 6 pm; Shift: 10 am - 6 pm (M-F) ; After hours support - Required (Duty phone will rotate between team members).

Certifications Required

• Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Intermediate or Advanced) certificate (Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) /Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security)

Security Clearance

• Active DOD Secret clearance

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor networks for various messages, alarms, or issues
• Identify issues or problems, resolving as appropriate or escalating when necessary
• Troubleshoot issues utilizing script-based methods or standard, routine procedures, escalating as appropriate
• Interface with higher-level support units (26th NOS/DISA) to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance
• Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) as directed by leadership
• Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoW/local command mandates and requirements, to include application of updates, STIGs, IOS-XE upgrades, and other basic network security requirements as needed
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot TACLANEs (e.g., KG-175G/D/F) to secure data in-transit across classified and unclassified networks (e.g., SIPRNet/NIPRNet)
• Serve as the final escalation point for complex issues involving routing, switching, network security, and
• Perform packet capture analysis and root cause analysis as needed.
• Provide constructive, actionable feedback to improve and prevent future issues
• Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and required compliance artifacts
• Support special projects and day-to-day operations as needed or assigned by the site lead
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Support on-call rotation schedule

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
• 7-10+ years of experience in network engineering, with a significant focus on secure, large-scale enterprise environments
• Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Intermediate or Advanced) certificate (Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) in Enterprise or Security
• Proven experience working within a DoD or defense contractor environment is mandatory
• Demonstrable, hands-on experience with deployment, fabric management, and automation workflows using Cisco DNAC
• Expertise in architecture, policy creation, and troubleshooting for wired and wireless 1X using Cisco ISE
• Proficiency in the configuration, management, and troubleshooting of HAIPE devices
• Advanced knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and switching technologies
• In-depth knowledge of DISA STIGs for network devices

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of IPv6 to include configuration and common notation/nomenclature
• Experience working in air-gapped and/or classified network environments (e.g., SIPRNet) is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR
• Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Bolling

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills re…