Network and Systems Administrator(Extrahop)

Company: Virpie Tech
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

Network and Systems Administrator (Must have an active IRS MBI Clearance)

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Serve as a key member in the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program, leveraging your expertise in network performance monitoring and security analytics to assist in the implementation, configuration, and optimization of the ExtraHop platform. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of network performance monitoring, security analytics, and the ExtraHop product suite. As the ExtraHop SME, you will be responsible for ensuring the platform is effectively leveraged to provide actionable insights, improve network and application performance, enhance security posture, and support critical business initiatives that contribute to enhancing the cybersecurity posture of U.S. Civilian agencies. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required POP/DURATION: Immediate - April 2026

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
3 + years of experience as an ExtraHop administrator or subject matter expert
Experience with design, implementation, and managing large-scale ExtraHop deployments
Experience in interfacing directly with senior government CISO, CIO, or contractor program manager staff
Strong understanding of network protocols

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with CDM tools and agencies, including CDM tools and the role they play in government environments
Experience with administration of ExtraHop, RevealX, Corelight or other NDR tools
Experience with ExtraHop integration with Splunk and Splunk SOAR
Experience with leading and identifying security-related gaps in government environments and identifying and implementing solutions to close those gaps
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
ExtraHop certification(s) (e.g., ExtraHop Certified Administrator). CLEARANCE: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

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