Network Administrator

Who we are.

Platinum Technologies is a Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm that specializes in Cybersecurity, Cloud and Digital Services to the Public Sector. Our team solves hard problems and helps our Mission Partners achieve their goals. If you are self-motivated, possess demonstrated learning agility, and are passionate about delivering high-quality work products – we want to hear from you.

We lead with technical expertise, but that is just the tip of the iceberg – the ‘Why’ matters. At Platinum, we don’t hire people to do a job. We provide professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts. Our teammates are dot-connecting leaders that operate in a mutually accountable environment to deliver thought leadership, expert technical analysis, and quality execution for our clients.

You.

Platinum Technologies currently has an opportunity for a Network Administrator (MID or SWING Shift) in Washington, DC. Candidate must hold an active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance with the eligibility to obtain and maintain a CI with polygraph.

What you get to do.

•Responsible for the analysis, administration and support of voice, video, and/or data communications networks

•Extensive experience monitoring and configuring crypto equipment; ability to identify, analyze, and resolve operating/hardware network system problems

•Comprehensive knowledge of Cisco and Juniper routers and switches

•Demonstrate network troubleshooting techniques and experience

•Ensure compliance with network security policies and procedures

•Manage the Enterprise Network for resource availability

•Experience with both LAN and WAN troubleshooting Experience with WAN circuit technologies (T1, DS3, OC-3, OC-12, OC-192)

•Possess comprehensive knowledge of operating systems and applications as they pertain to the network environment

•Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by GDIT Management

•Provide After Action Reports (AARs) for Problem Management resolution

•Experience with programming and troubleshooting KG-175A and KG-175D encryptors (to include 10G encryptors)

•Evaluate hardware and software, including peripheral, output, and related equipment

•Participate in the development and implementation of network-related procedures and standards

•Participate in and may lead aspects of major network installations and upgrades

•Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance

•Develop and implement testing strategies and document results

•Provide advice and training to end-users.

•May provide professional leadership to less-experienced network personnel

•Participate in special projects as required

Required Skills.

•Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to the position; an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

•Minimum six (6) years of relevant experience in addition to education level

•Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II and CCNA (or equivalent) certifications

•Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired

•Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Platinum Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, or genetic information.