Job Title: Network Administrator Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Clearance Requirement: Secret Clearance Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary: The Network Administrator will be responsible for maintaining, supporting, and managing the existing network infrastructure at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS). This role ensures network reliability, security, and performance to support the Center's mission.
Key Responsibilities: - Administer and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
- Monitor network traffic, analyze bandwidth usage, and optimize network resources for reliability and performance.
- Implement and maintain network security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and secure network protocols.
- Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and mitigate threats.
- Install, configure, and manage network devices and components.
- Maintain and update configurations and firmware for all network equipment.
- Troubleshoot connectivity issues and respond promptly to network outages.
- Manage network user accounts, permissions, and access controls, ensuring security and compliance.
- Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and other access control measures.
- Maintain detailed network documentation, including configurations, topologies, and security policies.
- Provide training and support to IT staff and end-users on network best practices.
- Stay current with evolving network technologies and security practices to improve infrastructure.
Minimum Qualifications: - Certification: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or CompTIA Network+
- Experience: Minimum of three (3) years in network administration, troubleshooting, and security implementation.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, VLANs, and VPNs.
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Juniper, or similar network equipment.
- Familiarity with firewall management and network security best practices.
- Proficiency in network monitoring tools and performance optimization.
- Ability to document and maintain network configurations effectively.
Work Environment & Conditions: - Work will be performed on-site at DKI APCSS in Honolulu, HI.
- Standard work hours: Monday - Friday, HST, except on federal holidays.
- Must comply with DoD security regulations and complete required security training.
If you're interested in supporting a mission-focused environment and enhancing network security and performance, we encourage you to apply.