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Securiport · 5 hours ago

Network Administrator (Cloud & Security)

Reston, Virginia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Securiport LLC is a US-based technology company headquartered in Reston, VA, specializing in passenger biometric recognition and border security analytics. We are seeking a Network Administrator (Cloud & Security) to support field operations by implementing and maintaining secure network infrastructures, providing cloud support, and ensuring cybersecurity measures are in place.

Big DataBiometricsHardwareSecuritySoftwareSoftware Engineering

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Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and maintain secure LAN/WAN infrastructures, VPNs, firewalls, and wireless networks for field operations

Administer routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and static routing where applicable

Support Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) infrastructure and uptime requirements

Maintain network devices, file servers, firewalls, VPN appliances, and security monitoring systems Perform system health checks, firmware updates, patching, and configuration changes

Document network diagrams, configurations, IP addressing schemes, and SOPs

Plan, install, terminate, and certify all fiber‑optic and copper cabling runs to build a reliable physical backbone that meets design attenuation and redundancy requirements

Support cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) including virtual machines, VPC/VNet networking, IAM/security groups, and monitoring

Assist in hybrid connectivity, cloud migrations, and secure remote access solutions

Work with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, etc.)

Monitor traffic, logs, and security events for threats or anomalies

Conduct network security audits and risk assessments across HQ and field environments

Prepare and execute incident response procedures for cyber events

Coordinate penetration testing and vulnerability assessments with internal/external teams

Recommend and implement mitigation strategies for identified vulnerabilities

Contribute to continuous improvement of security posture, tools, and processes

Provide hands-on IT support to field personnel and local customers to resolve technical issues

Participate in planning and requirements meetings with IT leadership and program stakeholders Prepare systems for production deployment and support operational testing

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for field network administrators

Provide regular reporting to the Global Director of Operations on security status, risks, and findings

Contribute to policy improvements, best practices, and compliance efforts

Qualification

Network AdministrationCloud Platforms AzureCloud Platforms AWSCybersecurityRouting Protocols BGPRouting Protocols OSPFFirewall ManagementIncident ResponseTechnical DocumentationSoft Skills

Required

Hands-on experience with enterprise networking (routing, switching, VLANs, NAT, VPNs, DHCP, DNS)

Install, terminate, and certify fiber-optic cables (single-mode/multimode, LC/SC/MPO) end-to-end

Route, label, and manage fiber and conduit throughout racks, closets, and ducts, and produce accurate as-built diagrams and documentation

Experience with major network and firewall vendors (Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.)

Working knowledge of BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) and other routing protocols

Working knowledge of cloud environments (Azure and/or AWS)

Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM platforms, and security monitoring tools

Experience performing network audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation activities

Familiarity with incident response processes and threat hunting concepts

Ability to produce technical documentation and SOPs for field teams

Ability to work in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments (customers, partners, IT leadership)

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (travel may be extensive)

High degree of initiative, independent problem solving, and accountability

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field OR 8+ years of relevant hands-on experience in lieu of degree

5+ years of network administration or IT infrastructure experience required

Cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, or both) required

Cybersecurity experience required (SOC, IR, threat detection, or similar focus)

Experience designing, documenting, and deploying physical infrastructure (e.g., racking/stacking, cabling, server installation)

Preferred

CCNA or CCNP strongly preferred

Additional relevant certifications (e.g., JNCIS-ENT, NSE 4 and NSE 5, PCNSA, CEH, Security+, Azure/AWS) are a plus

Company

Securiport

Securiport is a global leader in border management and civil aviation security and threat assessment solutions and systems.

Founded in 2001

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.securiport.com

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