Greetings from Canopy One Solutions,Hope your day is treating you well!Please glance the requirement & respond me back with your finest consultant Resumes & Contact Details. Project Details:Role:Lead Network AdministratorLocation: Lanham, MD 20706Duration:6+ months/longtermType:Contract/W2/FTE Job Description: Responsibilities: Manage the design, installation, and maintenance of the network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless environments. Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of the network, supporting mission-critical applications. Troubleshoot network issues, ensuring minimal downtime through proactive monitoring and incident resolution. Implement upgrades, patches, and system configurations using network tools like Cisco Network Assistant, SolarWinds NPM, and Wireshark. Perform network assessments, audits, and optimization efforts to ensure efficient operation and adherence to security policies. Lead disaster recovery (DR) efforts, ensuring that the network is ready for any contingencies. Qualifications: Certifications: o Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP o CompTIA Network+. o Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) recommended but not mandatory. o Client Experience in Network Management is mandatory Skills and Experience: o 7-10 years of experience in network administration and management. o Proficiency with Cisco routers and switches, Juniper, Fortinet, and firewall systems. o Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools like SolarWinds NPM and StatSeeker. o Solid understanding of network security protocols (IPsec, SSL/TLS) and VPN configurations.