Senior Network Administrator

Posted 14 Days Ago
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Lexington, KY
69K-125K Annually
Expert/Leader
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for maintaining and designing network infrastructure, ensuring network performance and security, implementing upgrades, and managing disaster recovery plans while mentoring junior staff.
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The Senior Network Administrator will be responsible for maintaining, designing, and implementing the overall network infrastructure. The Senior Network Administrator will also be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of the network while meeting the needs of the organization. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Design, implement and maintain the network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. 

  • Design and maintain organization -wide multi-site computer networks. 

  • Experience in deploying and maintaining VoIP systems. 

  • Monitor network performance, security, and availability and troubleshoot issues as necessary. 

  • Implement network security measures, including firewalls, access control lists, and VPNs. 

  • Manage and maintain network disaster recovery plans. 

  • Plan and implement network upgrades, including hardware and software upgrades. 

  • Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of systems. 

  • Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in the field of networking. 

  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior network administrators. 

Qualifications: 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and 15 years’ experience 

Experience: minimum of 15 years of experience in network administration and management. Experience troubleshooting, maintaining and updating hardware/software on Microsoft, Linux and Cisco platforms 

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of network protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN. Ability to design and support cisco wireless, ISE, Prime and backhaul wireless links. Knowledge in Cisco Nexus OS, Cisco IOS and Cisco routing protocols is required. 

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

Attention to Detail: Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to accurately perform routine tasks and maintain documentation. 

Time Management: Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. 

 

Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues. 

Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Cisco, VMWare, Microsoft certifications are highly desirable. 

Leadership: Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and train junior team members. 

Original Posting Date:2024-12-06

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Top Skills

Cisco
Linux
Microsoft
Tcp/Ip
The Company
Alexandria, VA
27,104 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

We Are Leidos

For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.

OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

Your most important work is ahead.

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