**Responsibilities & Qualifications** **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Monitor data or infrastructure system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues + Identify issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary + Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate + Initiate resolution as appropriate for enterprise level routers and switches + Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance + Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management + Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates, STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements + Support special projects and day‐to‐day operations as needed or assigned by the site lead + Support on-call rotation schedule **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** + Currently possess an active DoD Secret security clearance + Active CompTIA Security + or CCNP Security certification + Active CCNA Certification + Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. + Knowledge of LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer 2 and 3 switching configurations. + Experienced with Layer 3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, etc.) and best practices on implementation. + Experienced with programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting encryption devices (KG‐175D, KG-250x, KG-175G, etc.) at network points of presence including management via GEM-X. + Experienced with Cisco ISE and Cisco Cisco Catalyst Center Network Management (FKA Cisco DNAC) + Experienced with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures + Experienced with DoD network and application security hardening requirements + Experienced with L1/L2 network troubleshooting (NIPR and SIPR) **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** + Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) + Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR **Overview** TekSynap is seeking an experienced Network Administrator with a background in supporting cryptographic devices and DoD circuits. The successful candidate will be expected to implement engineering solutions and assure network operational stability.Must have experience supporting network operations and maintenance, new engineering change task orders, technical refresh, new system improvement and modernization activities, and other major changes that occur. The AFNCR IT Services program provides support services for information systems for Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Air Force District of Washington (AFDW), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Chiefs of Staff, and other Air Force activities within the AFNCR missions to include the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), and other locations, leased spaces, and alternate sites. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com . Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". **Additional Job Information** **WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Location: Andrews Airforce Base, MD + Type of environment: Office + Noise level: (Low, Medium, High) + Work schedule: Day-Shift; core support hours are 0600 -1800. This is a 24/7/365 support environment; off-hours response/support may be required, however only standard M-F core hours working time for current position.Amount of Travel: less than 10% **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. **WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE** + US Citizen + Secret or Top Secret Clearance **OTHER DUTIES** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. **WAGE INFORMATION** Target salary range: Secret Clearance $101,000.00-119,000.00, Top Secret Clearance $110,000.00-128,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance. **Job Locations** _US-MD-Andrews Air Force Base_ **ID** _2025-7726_ **Category** _Network Administrator/Engineer/Architecture_ **Type** _Regular Full-Time_