Network Administrator, Senior at General Dynamics Information Technology

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Administration

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cisco Networking Devices, Firewalls, Local Area Network (LAN), Network Administration, Troubleshooting

Certifications:

CCNA Routing and Switching - Cisco Systems, Security+CE - CompTIA

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Network Administrator to support a Defense Threat Reduction Agency mission by ensuring day-to-day operations and high availability of a wide area network that spans redundant data centers and more than 60 geographically separated sites worldwide.

Location: Albuquerque, NM or Fort Belvoir, VA

• Works with Cisco networking devices and firewalls, KG-175 family of encryptors, and various network management tools.

• Monitors network performance and troubleshoots and resolves complex problems to maintain operating efficiency and ensure quality transmission service on the network.

• Uses subject matter expertise to diagnose and solve complex issues and communicates the issues effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

• Configures, implements, and troubleshoots: Virtual Local Area Networks, Access Control Lists, 802.1x port-based network access control, Virtual Private Networks, Network Time Protocol, Simple Network Management Protocol version 3, Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Microsoft’s Network Policy Server, and General Dynamics’ GEM One Encryptor Manager.

• Configures and secures: Cisco switches and firewalls, network encryption devices specifically KG-175 family, network printers, and network KVMs in accordance with industry/security best practices and DISA STIG checklist.

• Develops, modifies, and updates process and technical documentation, logical network diagrams that include physical layout and location of devices and the connection between devices participating on the network, technical implementation plans and related reports.

• Evaluates existing network systems to ensure network capacity meets current and future network requirements. Analyzes customer requirements to determine optimal network solutions.

• Provides network cable management, tests, and troubleshoots CAT 5e, CAT 6, CAT 6a, and multi-mode fiber cables. Also terminates copper cables as required.

• Evaluates and recommends networking products and software upgrades

• Maintains operating efficiency and stability, and ensures the security and integrity of all systems and data

• Function in a "Tier 3" support role, resolving the most complex network issues escalated by Tier 2 support

• May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals

• May serve as a team or task lead

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience

Education Requirements 

• Technical certification

Required Technical Skills: 

• Included but not limited to, Cisco switches, TACLANES, IP Address Management, SolarWinds, Gigamon, network security, patch management, STIGs, IAVM, ACLs, IPSec, NIST publications, JIRA, etc. 

Certification Requirements

• IAT Level II certification in accordance with DoD 8140.01M Cyberspace Workforce (i.e., Security +)

• Computing environment certification (i.e., Network + or CCNA)- Preferred

Security Requirements 

• Must have a Top Secret security clearance 

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to work both independently and within a team and an active desire to learn.

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The likely salary range for this position is $88,275 - $115,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Fort Belvoir

Additional Work Locations:

USA NM Albuquerque

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.