NS-151 Network Authentication Administrator Level II

Description of Work

• Analyze current network configurations and determine implementation requirements.
• Configure routing protocols, complex switch networks, and Fabric Path configurations.
• Prepare network equipment for deployment by loading appropriate software and configuration setting according to pre - engineered design templates.
• Assemble required equipment, cables, adapters, etc. and arrange delivery to site for installation.
• Upgrade configuration of existing network equipment to support new features and functions.
• Work with field installation contractors while they are on -site and provide all technical details to complete installations.
• Continually review the customer's network and practices looking for opportunities to enhance network functionality, performance and reliability.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential network products or technical solutions.
• Test LAN/WAN and WLAN equipment software (i.e.: IOS, NXOS).
• Contribute to the development of network documentation, including diagrams, standards, specifications and operating procedures.
• Monitor for opportunities to enhance the customer network/system performance or reliability.
• Monitor for opportunities to improve the customer service delivery practices.
• Perform on-going management of network installation and upgrade projects and maintain deployment schedules.
• Provide guidance to team members and provide status metrics to Government customer and Security management.
• Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after-hours and weekend support.
• Maintain and extend expertise in applicable areas of network and computer hardware and software technology.
• Understand Network requirements of remote customer offices, campus buildings, and Data Centers. Define equipment, cables, adapters and configurations needed to upgrade buildings and sites to established standard.

Basic Qualifications

• BS/BA with 8 years of experience, MS/MA and 6 years experience or 3 years with PhD, or High School Diploma and 11 years of related experience in lieu of degree requirement.
• Must have 4 years’ of experience administering and using the Cisco ISE platform
• Must have 4 years of experience in a System Administration discipline with experience administering VMware vCenter, Unix/Linux and Windows platforms.
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience with Cisco router and switch configuration commands and configuring network authentication using the TACACS and RADIUS protocols.
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience configuring management tools using to use the SNMP protocol
• as well as Microsoft Active Directory user account administration
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with Python scripting language
• Must have Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Certification.
• Must be located into commutable distance to Baltimore, MD office to support on-site role requirements 2-3 times a week with our customer
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Passed Cisco Certified Internetworking Professional – Enterprise Core exam within the last two years.
• A minimum 4 years of experience writing Python scripting language and Regular Expression
• A minimum 5 years of experience implementing Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) product in a large multi-data centers and enterprise environment.
• A minimum 5 years of experience deploying Cisco Virtual Private Network product such as Cisco ASA and Cisco Wireless LAN in a multi office and large campus environment.
• At least 5 years of experience working with physical media and equipment associated with each wired and wireless networking.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical topics to management and non -technical audiences, as well as interface with the customer on a daily basis

Position Requirements

• Employees must be citizens of the U.S., its possessions or territories, or lawful permanent residents as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).