Network Administrator (Network Management Systems Engineer)
Job Location
Ft. Belvoir
Type of Job
Full Time
Work Type
Onsite
Clearance Required
Yes
Certification Required
IAT Level II
Description
SarelaTech is seeking a Network Management Systems (NMS) Engineer at Fort Belvoir, VA to support operations on a large, high-profile DOD contract.
The I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable DTRA’s Information Management & Technology Directorate (ITD) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to DTRA’s internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations. The candidate will be a skilled and detail-oriented NMS Engineer with experience using SolarWinds to manage and maintain a network and systems monitoring environment and work under the supervision of a Senior NMS Engineer.
In this role, the candidate will be responsible for updating, configuring, optimizing, STIG compliance, and supporting DTRA’s SolarWinds NMS platform to ensure effective monitoring of the IT infrastructure, enabling proactive issue detection, and resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
Deploy, configure and maintain SolarWinds modules (e.g., NPM, SAM, NTA, NCM).
Monitor the performance, availability, and overall health of network devices, servers, applications, and databases.
Develop and maintain custom dashboards, alerts, and reports to support IT operations and business needs.
Integrate SolarWinds with other tools and platforms as needed (e.g., ServiceNow).
Analyze data\trends to identify potential issues and recommend improvements.
Perform routine software updates, patches, and security configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
Troubleshoot SolarWinds-related issues and provide Tier 2/3 support.
Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams (network, systems, security, DevOps) to ensure accurate monitoring coverage.
Participate in on-call support rotation, as needed.
Works fluidly across the major infrastructure elements of networking, security, storage, virtualization, and servers to deliver new availability, capacity, services, and safeguards.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree with 4+ years of prior relevant experience. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
Possess active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at time of consideration.
Must have a current active Security+ certification or equivalent.
2+ years of hands-on experience with SolarWinds and\or other NMS administration.
Strong understanding of network and systems infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, Windows/Linux servers, virtualization).
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
About us
Sarela Technology Solutions is a Professional Information Technology (IT) Services company specializing in Cybersecurity Operations, Cybersecurity Compliance, Cloud Engineering, Software Engineering, and Program/Project Management. At SarelaTech, you’ll be part of a mission-focused, values-driven team working on meaningful national defense programs. We prioritize integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement in everything we do. If you thrive in a collaborative environment with opportunities for technical growth and leadership, we want to hear from you.
Vision: Deliver innovative IT and cybersecurity solutions that empower our customers to achieve mission success, today and tomorrow.
Mission: To be the trusted technology partner that enables secure, agile, and mission-driven success across every domain we serve.
Values: Honor, integrity, courage, excellence, commitment, and continuous improvement are embedded in our DNA.