The Network Lead is a pivotal role within the organization, responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network infrastructure to support the organization's operational and research requirements. This role involves overseeing the network architecture, ensuring network security compliance, and managing network performance across various platforms and technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network Architecture and Design:
- Design, install, configure, document, test, deploy, manage, and maintain all network equipment, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches, routers, wireless hardware, firewalls, and other network appliances.
- Ensure the network topology and future planning accommodate the organization's research and operational requirements.
- Network Security and Compliance:
- Maintain expertise in commonly used network-related protocols and applications, including OSPF, BGP, 802.1x, 802.11, IPSEC, IPv4/IPv6, and Remote VPN.
- Manage Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) and Cisco Secure Client, including writing and maintaining Posture and Compliance Policies.
- Propose methods and technologies to assist the organization in complying with DoD and Army directives, including Zero-Trust and 'Comply 2 Connect.'
- Network Performance and Maintenance:
- Expertise with network performance monitoring and configuration management tools such as Cisco DNA Center and SolarWinds Orion.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on a regular basis to ensure enterprise networks continue to function reliably, including replacing failed hardware, ensuring systems are working properly with enterprise management tools, and addressing system alerts.
- Project Management and Documentation:
- Document all network configurations and changes in accordance with ITIL standards and the organization's Configuration and Change Management Plan.
- Manage network segment/equipment moves, adds, and changes in support of organizational requirements.
- Training and Development:
- Develop and manage IT-related training for government personnel and supporting contractors, ensuring alignment with current workforce status and technology solutions.
