Sr. Network Security Administrator

Location : Hybrid, Atlanta, GA (2 days per week on site)

Candidates must be US Citizens.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Administrator to join our IT Infrastructure team in support of our HHS client.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Network Design and Implementation :
• Design, deploy, and manage network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
• Configure and Monitor Cisco IP Phone with ISE Systems
• Implement network solutions that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend new networking technologies and solutions to improve performance and efficiency.
• Network Maintenance and Support :
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot network issues to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Perform regular network maintenance tasks, including firmware updates, patch management, and hardware replacements.
• Provide technical support and expertise to resolve network-related issues and outages promptly.
• Security Management :
• Implement and manage network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, and encryption.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect organizational data and resources.
• Network Optimization :
• Analyze network traffic and performance metrics to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Optimize network configurations and implement quality of service (QoS) policies to ensure efficient data flow.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to optimize network-related aspects of applications and services.
• Documentation and Reporting :
• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, changes, and procedures.
• Generate regular reports on network performance, security incidents, and maintenance activities.
• Develop and update disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network infrastructure.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration :
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior network administrators and IT staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems administrators, developers, and security professionals, to support IT projects and initiatives.
• Participate in planning and execution of IT infrastructure projects and upgrades.
• Soft Skills :
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Required Qualifications :

• 10+ years' experience with IT Network Administration.
• Experience with Federal Security Operations Center capabilities.
• Proven ability to implement, configure, and support activities with Cisco switches and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Understanding of how to develop, identify and research new ways to interact with data and visualization to provide customers advanced awareness of the operational environment.
• Advanced knowledge of cyber threats, tools, techniques and processes.
• Network certification, such as CCNA or CCNP.
• Experience with implementing, configuring and managing network security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems (IDS / IPS), and virtual private networks (VPNs).
• Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Experience with developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
• Ability to monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activity.
• Experience with responding to security incidents and taking appropriate action to contain and remediate the issue.
• Ability to stay up to date with the latest network security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with collaborating with other IT staff and stakeholders to ensure the overall security of the network.
• Certification in network security, such as CISSP; Palo Alto Firewall certification.

Desired Qualifications :

• Experience with the Department of Health and Human Services or the Department of Homeland Security.
• Desire to analyze and understand data and find anomalies.
• Thought leadership in prototyping cyber tools and capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted advisor relationships with clients.
• Experience with security compliance frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework and HIPAA.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
• Experience with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools.
• Experience with cloud security technologies.
• Experience with Palo Alto Prisma.

Education Requirement : Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Clearance Requirement : Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

The salary range for this position depends upon multiple factors including location, the individual's knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, and contract-specific budget constraints and organizational requirements.

Gunnison Consulting Group's total compensation package also includes bonus and profit-sharing opportunities, depending on company and employee performance.

Available employee benefits include :

• 3 weeks of Personal Leave your first year
• 11 paid Holidays each year
• 5 days of Flexible Time Off each year
• 401(k) company match at 50% up to 10% of your salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Public Transportation Subsidies
• Certifications and Training Allowance - $2,500 / year!

Why Join Gunnison?

• Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
• Quality is our top priority.
• Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
• There is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
• We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
• We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time.

In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects.

By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could , the company has thrived for over 25 years.