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Network Specialist II (Mid-Level)
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Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC
Norfolk, VA (In Person)
$60,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Requirements Norfolk, VA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Network Specialist II (Mid-Level) Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Specialist II to support the design, implementation, maintenance, & troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of routing, switching, network security, and troubleshooting methodologies while supporting mission-critical environments. This position requires the ability to work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide technical support to customers and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless technologies. Monitor network performance and availability using network management and monitoring tools. Diagnose and resolve network connectivity, performance, and security issues. Implement and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN solutions. Support network upgrades, migrations, and technology refresh efforts. Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures. Assist with network architecture planning and recommend improvements to optimize performance and reliability. Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and industry best practices. Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and operations teams to support enterprise IT initiatives. Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and problem resolution activities. Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members and end users as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Additional experience may be substituted for education. 3-7 years of experience supporting enterprise network environments. Active CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within designated timeframe). Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco networking equipment. Knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLANs, STP, and network segmentation. Experience supporting network security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control solutions. Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience supporting government, defense, or highly regulated environments. Knowledge of Cisco IOS, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, or Meraki platforms. Experience with Aruba wireless technologies. Familiarity with cloud networking concepts in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments. Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Ansible. Additional certifications such as Cisco CCNP, Network+, Aruba certifications, or vendor-specific networking credentials. Active Secret clearance required