IT Veterans
Network Administrator (Weekends only)
IT Veterans, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Network Administrator
Washington, D.C.
Job Summary IT Veteransis is looking for a skilled part‑time Network Administrator to join our team and support secure network technologies in a fast‑paced operational IT environment. In this role, you’ll monitor, maintain, and improve network infrastructure, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure network security and performance. You’ll also be key in developing and implementing network processes, incident response plans, and performance improvements.
You must have a TS/SCI clearance.
Weekend Schedule Saturday & Sunday only; choice of shift:
1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Key Responsibilities
Monitor network performance, availability, and security using NOC monitoring tools
Respond to network alerts, diagnose failures, and implement corrective actions
Manage and configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices
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
Conduct security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement
Investigate security incidents to determine root causes and implement remediation strategies
Perform threat intelligence analysis to identify and mitigate emerging cyber threats
Analyze security logs and network traffic for anomalies in real time
Interface with customers to resolve network and connectivity-related issues
Work hands‑on with Cisco switch, router, and firewall infrastructure
Required Skills & Experience
Active TS/SCI security clearance
5+ years of experience managing the provisioning, installation, and support of network communications
5+ years of experience in advanced troubleshooting, network security, and cloud networking
5+ years of experience in a NOC environment
Strong understanding of network communications standards and concepts, including:
Physical layer media (copper, fiber)
Ethernet (switching, spanning‑tree, MAC addressing)
TCP/IP (UDP vs TCP, subnetting, DHCP, gateway, access‑control lists)
Higher‑level protocols (DNS, IPSec, HTTP)
Experience with implementation and operation of cross‑domain solutions
Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Experience with NOC tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix, PRTG, or Wireshark
Experience administering network monitoring tools such as NeuralStar and Splunk; ManageEngine a plus
Hands‑on experience with Cisco equipment – switches and routers
Familiarity with ITIL frameworks, incident management, and service desk operations
High‑level networking and network security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, MCSE, Security+ or equivalent
At IT Veterans LLC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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Job Summary IT Veteransis is looking for a skilled part‑time Network Administrator to join our team and support secure network technologies in a fast‑paced operational IT environment. In this role, you’ll monitor, maintain, and improve network infrastructure, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure network security and performance. You’ll also be key in developing and implementing network processes, incident response plans, and performance improvements.
You must have a TS/SCI clearance.
Weekend Schedule Saturday & Sunday only; choice of shift:
1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Key Responsibilities
Monitor network performance, availability, and security using NOC monitoring tools
Respond to network alerts, diagnose failures, and implement corrective actions
Manage and configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices
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
Conduct security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement
Investigate security incidents to determine root causes and implement remediation strategies
Perform threat intelligence analysis to identify and mitigate emerging cyber threats
Analyze security logs and network traffic for anomalies in real time
Interface with customers to resolve network and connectivity-related issues
Work hands‑on with Cisco switch, router, and firewall infrastructure
Required Skills & Experience
Active TS/SCI security clearance
5+ years of experience managing the provisioning, installation, and support of network communications
5+ years of experience in advanced troubleshooting, network security, and cloud networking
5+ years of experience in a NOC environment
Strong understanding of network communications standards and concepts, including:
Physical layer media (copper, fiber)
Ethernet (switching, spanning‑tree, MAC addressing)
TCP/IP (UDP vs TCP, subnetting, DHCP, gateway, access‑control lists)
Higher‑level protocols (DNS, IPSec, HTTP)
Experience with implementation and operation of cross‑domain solutions
Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Experience with NOC tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix, PRTG, or Wireshark
Experience administering network monitoring tools such as NeuralStar and Splunk; ManageEngine a plus
Hands‑on experience with Cisco equipment – switches and routers
Familiarity with ITIL frameworks, incident management, and service desk operations
High‑level networking and network security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, MCSE, Security+ or equivalent
At IT Veterans LLC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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