Network Administrator (Entry-Level)

Akira Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Network Administrator to support and manage our enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be CCNA certified and possess knowledge in Cisco configurations, network security, virtualization technologies, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation. This role involves ensuring optimal network performance, maintaining security compliance, and supporting IT operations across various platforms and systems.

This is an onsite role supporting a government client in Overland, MO. Secret clearance or higher is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, responsible for the acquisition, installation, maintenance, and usage of the organization's local area network.
• Assists with network performance and maintains network security.
• Ensures that security procedures are implemented and enforced.
• Installs all network software. Evaluates, develops and maintains telecommunications systems.
• Troubleshoots network problems.
• Helps with establishing network policies, procedures, and standards and ensures their conformance with information systems and organization objectives.
• Frequently reports to a PC support manager or Senior network Administrator.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Associate of Arts (AA).
• 0-3 years of experience.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• CCNA Certified.
• Exposure to STIG Viewer or Other related STIG tools, VCenter, VMWARE, and EXSI configuration.
• Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, CISCO configurations of firewall, firepower, switches, servers, wireless access points/controllers, DHCP, Radius, Cert Authentication, LDAP, and VPN.
• Understand Risk Management Framework (RMF) and how to incorporate RMF steps within tasks.
• Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – 3 Services (ITES-3S).

Salary Range: $45,000 to $60,000

Akira’s pay range for this position considers various factors including skills, years of experience, training, licenses, certifications, alignment with market data, and internal equity in the organization. This pay range estimate is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary, which Akira believes to be done in good faith in compliance with local laws. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

General Description of Benefits

Akira offers its employees multiple options for medical plans (some with Health Savings Account), dental plans, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. To promote work/life balance, Akira offers paid time off, including vacation and sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave. We also offer short and long-term disability benefits to protect employee income in the event of sickness or injury, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and critical illness insurance. Akira also offers tuition, training, and certification reimbursement for professional development and career advancement.

Akira regularly reviews our total rewards package to ensure our offerings remain competitive and reflect the values and needs expressed by our employees.

About Akira Technologies

Akira strives to meet and exceed the mission and objectives of US federal agencies. As a leading small business cloud modernization and data analytics services provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated solutions and technologies that serve the needs of our customers and citizens. Akira serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, cyber, defense, civilian, and health markets. Every day, our employees deliver transformational outcomes, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

Akira is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.