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Arlington, VA - Hybrid
Full Time
Secret
Strategic Analysis is seeking an experiencedHybrid Network Administratorto support, maintain, and enhance our on_premise and cloud_based IT infrastructure. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, security, compliance, and performance across all enterprise systems by managing the physical network systems (switches, firewalls, servers, etc.) as well as Microsoft 365 (Azure AD/Entra ID, Intune, etc.). The ideal candidate is a versatile, hands_on professional who can troubleshoot complex issues, strengthen security, and ensure seamless connectivity across hybrid environments.Requirements:·3 -7+ years of experience in network or systems administration.·Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching, and VPN technologies.·Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade network hardware (Fortinet switches, Fortigate firewall, Dell EMC and Chassis, Sophos firewall, , etc.).·Proficiency with Windows Server administration and Active Directory.·Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and hybrid identity environments.·Familiarity with Azure AD/Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, and Azure AD Connect.·Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware ESXi,).·Familiarity with network monitoring and packet analysis tools (PRTG, SolarWinds).·Strong understanding of network and cloud security best practices.·Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across hybrid environments.·Strong documentation and communication skills.·Active government Secret or higher-level clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain the clearance requiredResponsibilities:·Administer, monitor, and maintain on_premise network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems, and VPN solutions.·Configure and manage LAN/WAN environments, VLANs, routing protocols, and network segmentation.·Manage Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.·Support virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi or Hyper_V, including VM provisioning and performance optimization.·Administer Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) and maintain hybrid configurations.·Manage Azure AD/Entra ID identity services, including MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Azure AD Connect.·Configure and maintain Intune/Endpoint Manager for device compliance, configuration profiles, and Autopilot deployments.·Implement and maintain network and cloud security policies, including firewall rules, DLP, Defender for Office 365, and Zero Trust principles.·Monitor network and system performance using tools such as, PRTG, or; respond to alerts and outages.·Perform root_cause analysis and resolve escalated technical issues across both cloud and on_prem environments.·Support disaster recovery planning, backups, and failover testing.·Maintain accurate documentation including network diagrams, configuration records, and SOPs.·Participate in infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, and modernization initiatives.·Collaborate with IT team members to support end users and escalate issues when necessary.Preferred Qualifications·Fortinet NSE Certifications·CompTIA Network+ or Security+.·Experience with SAN/NAS storage systems.·Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert or Azure Administrator Associate (AZ_104).·Experience with backup and disaster recovery tools (Druva, Veeam, etc.).·Knowledge of physical cabling standards and data center best practices.
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Strategic Analysis, Inc. (SA), a small business is an industry-leading government professional services firm that excels in providing innovative solutions to the problems of today and tomorrow. The talents and experience that make up the SA team provide all of the skills, tools, and creative ideas necessary to address the technical, operational, programmatic, and policy aspects of national defense and homeland security issues.
Strategic Analysis began operations in Arlington, Virginia in May of 1986, quickly establishing a name for itself by winning competitive contracts from the Office of Naval Research, the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Los Alamos National Laboratory to support technical studies and key national security science and technology (S&T) programs. Years later, Strategic Analysis has grown with offices in Arlington, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and Colorado Springs, Colorado. SA's core capabilities have also greatly expanded and diversified as new demands have been placed on the professional services industry and as the world environment has changed. SA's list of clients has grown substantially over the last twenty years, and yet the core values of providing the highest quality support to our customers, hiring and building relationships with good people to do great things, a focus on SA as an "extended family," and working to build a better community for everyone remain the same as they were twenty years ago.