Junior Network Administrator

Job Title: Junior Network Administrator

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI International Inc. is excited to announce a new job opportunity available to join our team in support of the Department of Justice’s (DoJ) groundbreaking program aimed at strengthening the infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving user experience across US Marshals Service (USMS) districts. This IT modernization initiative is a critical component of ensuring the effectiveness and security of our nation’s law enforcement operations.

We are looking for an experienced Network Administrator to join our team on this new contract.  We invite skilled and passionate individuals to join us in support of this transformative mission.

The Opportunity:

• Join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and optimizing network infrastructures.
• Gain hands-on experience in a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Be at the forefront of network technology and best practices.
• Make a significant impact on the organization’s network operations and user experience.
• Develop your skills under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing MACD (Move, Add, Change, Delete) requests to ensure accurate and timely updates to network configurations.
• Perform general troubleshooting under supervision to identify and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Monitor network performance using various tools and techniques to detect and address anomalies.
• Assist in implementing strategies to minimize network latency, ensuring optimal data transmission speeds.
• Configure and maintain network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, and firewalls, under supervision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align network solutions with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures, with guidance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other IT staff as directed.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Participate in the procurement and evaluation of network hardware and software as part of a team.
• Ensure compliance with network security policies, standards, and regulations under supervision.
• Conduct regular network audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of network operations and processes.
• Perform routine maintenance and updates to network equipment and software as directed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active DoD Public Trust clearance or US citizen with ability to obtain Public Trust upon hire
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Network Administrator or in a similar network role.
• Basic understanding of MACD request processing and network configuration management.
• Fundamental general troubleshooting skills for network issues.
• Basic proficiency in network monitoring tools and techniques.
• Basic knowledge of strategies for minimizing network latency.
• Fundamental understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP/HTTPS).
• Basic familiarity with network security principles and practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired:

• Certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or equivalent.
• Experience with network automation tools and scripts (e.g., Ansible, Python).
• Knowledge of software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).
• Familiarity with cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience with network performance management tools (e.g., Nagios, SolarWinds).

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$53,100-$106,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.