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Network Administrator
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado USA
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret or Higher
Job Summary:
Are you searching for a challenging yet welcoming tech environment to stretch your IT skills in? If so, then we might be looking for you, too! We serve on the frontlines of key programs around the US and around the globe. Our network administrators are key players for those programs. In this position, you can expect to tackle issues related to the network architecture for both Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) and Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET) C4IM classification domains, all while providing our clients with the exemplary support and care they trust us for. Boost our team and benefit from having a solutions-oriented group of professionals alongside you. Opportunities for growth are available with our company. Expanding your IT knowledge and obtaining key IT certifications is available. Please consider being part of our team - see the details below and we look forward to your application if this appears to be the right role for you!
Responsibilities:
Perform as a daily Network Administrator.
Analyze LAN utilization statistics through data collection and performance measures of classified and unclassified networks.
Operate and maintain the network architecture for both Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) and Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET) C4IM classification domains.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and fine-tune components such as switches, routers, encryption devices, 802.11 controller, antennas and access points, 802.16 antennas, firewalls, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) concentrators within the overall network connectivity. Operate and maintain the Layer 3 and Layer 2 environment with knowledge of Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Air Fortress and TACLANE operating platforms.
Test network systems to ensure current network software products are compatible with system configurations and to ensure operability, efficiency, and compliance with existing standards.
Perform function tests of systems components to identify and resolve technical problems, analyze system malfunctions, implement necessary corrective actions, and provide ongoing support for the resolution of complex problems and operating malfunction.
Perform system backups to ensure expedient restoration of the database for the respective network equipment.
Configure, monitor, and provide network installation, configuration, application patching, operation and maintenance, and application hardening according to DoD security directives
Develop documentation to assist the government with best business practice and standard operating procedures for supported technologies and system deployments.
Comply with plans, policies, standards, infrastructures, and architectures of DOD and DA IT Management and IT programs.
Perform and maintain security remediation, IAVAs, STIG requirements etc. All IAVAs, STIGs, etc., will be considered high priorities and shall be completed within timelines assigned.
Configure, troubleshoot, and analyze technologies such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS/VPLS, spanning tree protocols e.g., MSTP, RSTP, 802.1x, 802.11, 802.16, VPN, DMVPN, SDN, VRRP/HSRP, WAN Acceleration, QoS, VoIP, VTC and similar network technologies.
Provide or extend network connectivity within the guidelines of the Command, Control, Communications, Computer, and Information Management (C4IM) Services, to a location within Fort Carson RNEC and LNECs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum one (1) year related experience in network administration with demonstrated experience in network management, troubleshooting, network device configuration, operations, maintenance.
Minimum SECRET Clearance Required.
Minimum DOD 8570.01-M IAT II Certified in at least ONE of the following certifications at time of hire:
IAT Level II Certifications: -Security+CE -CCNA Security -CSA+ -GICSP -GSEC -SSCP
Please note IAT Level III Certifications (Also Acceptable): -CASP+ CE -CCNP Security -CISA - CISSP -GCED -GCI
Obtain the following certification within 6 months of hire: -- Juniper Network Certified Internet Professional (JNCIP).
Frequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions audio-visual equipment weighing up to 75 lbs. - Frequently bends, kneels and crouches during computer system equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, assembly/ disassembly, installation/de-installation, and sustainment.
May be required to drive vehicle if needed to perform tasks at Fort Carson, CO.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
If you think you might align with this position, please visit our careers page and submit an application.
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