Company Description
Ashburn Consulting, a Small Business based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, specializes in providing network and network security solutions in complex environments to a select set of government and business clients. The company, an established leader in its field, is composed of an elite team of engineers and business consultants, each of whom is recognized -and highly regarded-within the network and security communities.
Job Description
The Infrastructure Architect is responsible for researching, planning and installing Enterprise Solutions that could comprised of networking or software technologies and supporting life safety systems that directly impact the public. Assesses existing network, software, and current solutions and makes recommendations based on product specifications and best cybersecurity practices. Configures equipment and software to meet business needs, trains others on the solution, and documents the solution for ongoing support. Functions as part of a team on larger projects, or individually provides the services on support visits or smaller projects. Provides technical support and assists with the design of Infrastructure solutions. Requires experience in the technical services and support field as well as experience in systems and network administration (DHCP, DNS, routers, firewall, etc.)
- Responds to Tier 1 and 2 network and software support requests.
- Communicates effectively with teammates and customers of varying levels of technical expertise.
- Responds to all break/fix requests associated with network resources.
- Designs extensions of and connections to the campus network.
- Assists with configuration and deployment of new/replacement network hardware and communications infrastructure.
- Maintains up-to-date project and architecture documentation.
- Maintains up-to-date inventory and maintenance records.
- Monitors network resources for faults and traffic anomalies.
- Resolves connection issues between users and resources.
- Maintains detailed change history of network changes.
- Supports ITS Field Maintenance with communications' implementation and troubleshooting.
- Supports team efforts to improve cybersecurity controls and defenses.
- Supports team efforts for threat hunting and mitigation.
- Manages time and resource constraints.
Qualifications
General Information Technology - Required - 10 Years
Cisco Routing and Switching - Required - 5 Years
VLAN Management - Required - 5 Years
Network Design - Required - 2 Years
Subnetting - Required - 5 - Years
Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc) - Required - 4 Years
Authentication (Radius, TACACS, etc) - Required - 2 Years
Firewall Administration - Required - 5 Years
VPN & Remote Access Technologies - Required - 2 Years
Network Security - Highly desired - 2 Years
DNS/DHCP - Nice to have - 2 Years
Network Monitoring - Nice to have - 2 Years
Network Cable Management - Nice to have 2 Year
FMC/Firepower - Nice to have - 2 Years
Solutions Design build - Nice to have - 3 Year
Integration Troubleshooting - Must have 2 Years
Cybersecurity - Highly desired - 2 Years
Software Integration's - Nice to have - 2 years
Additional Information
Possible teleworking. The position requires minimal U.S. travel (5%)
Must be able to pass a back ground clearance investigation.
Must have a U.S. Citizenship.
A minimum of a 4 year college degree in a related field, or related experience is required.
Dress code is business casual
All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.
Ashburn Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request and accommodation in order to apply for a position with Ashburn Consulting, please e-mail hr@ashburnconsulting.com."