Network Administrator IV

Overview:

The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for the advanced administration and support of network and server environments. This role involves leading complex technical tasks, ensuring system reliability and performance, and developing strategic plans for upgrades, security, and disaster recovery. The position requires a deep understanding of both technical and business aspects of network operations and may involve leadership responsibilities within a workgroup.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily administration and operation of network and server infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and maintain system software and hardware components.
• Monitor network performance and proactively troubleshoot complex issues, implementing effective resolutions.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute system upgrades, patches, and the deployment of new applications and equipment.
• Develop, document, and maintain disaster recovery procedures, data security protocols, and backup/restore policies.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to improve network performance and operational efficiency.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on complex technical and business-related network issues.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision; may lead a team or workgroup on assigned projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in network and server administration.
• Professional certification in Network Administration (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA) may be required or preferred.
• Proven experience managing complex systems in enterprise environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in high-impact environments.
• Secret Clearance

Benefits: Sayres Defense offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and additional employee support programs. Eligibility and specific offerings may vary based on position, location, and other factors.

The position description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform position-related tasks other than those stated in this description. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

At Sayres, our employees enjoy an atmosphere conducive to realizing their potential through personal and professional development while simultaneously exceeding customers' expectations. We offer a broad spectrum of technical, engineering and administrative services including acquisition, financial and program management; fleet synthetic training; logistics; ship construction engineering; systems engineering and integration; wargaming; test and evaluation; security, counterintelligence and policy analysis.

Sayres is headquartered in Washington, DC with offices throughout the United States and has a presence abroad.

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