Network Administrator

SAIC is seeking a Tier II Network Administrator to support the NORAD and NORTHCOM network enterprise solution. This position will help plan and implement upgrades, harden the digital environment, and operate and maintain a dispersed network across the north American continent. The network administrator ensures reliable operations, stability, and security of the organization’s voice, data, and critical services.

The Network Administrator will ensure the daily operation and maintenance of a dispersed network that provides services from the user distribution layer through a dispersed core. A firm understanding of routing and switching technologies along with security implementation and best practices will be used daily. This role manages daily infrastructure tasks, monitors performance bottlenecks, and supports end-users with connectivity issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Candidate must be familiar with Cisco IOS, IP routing protocols, long haul communication transport, network test equipment and NSA type 1 encryption devices.
• Must have solid technical skills and experience with a variety of network protocols, software, and hardware involved in LAN and WAN operations.
• Troubleshooting and analytic and diagnostic skills, along with good communication
• Layer 1 and Layer 2 network experience (CAT5, SM/MM Fiber, Serial cables, SFP).

• Configure and troubleshoot layer 2 switching (VLAN’s, Port Security, Thin Configs).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree + 3 years’ experience or High School Diploma is required and 7 + years of experience. At least 3 years of experience must be in Network Administration or similar field.
• CCNA or Juniper Certification
• Must have a current Security+ required by DoD 8570 / 8140
• Must have a current Top Secret with SCI eligibility
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS, Juniper JUNOS, Brocade and Foundry OS.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge of Inline Network Encrypting technologies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience dealing with military and government customers.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or 10 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education.
• Clearance: TS/SCI
• Cisco classes or certification(s), familiarity with IP Multicast, Fiber Optic and Copper Cabling Standards, DoD cryptographic equipment (e.g. TACLANE) is a plus
• Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
• Working knowledge of basic routing fundamentals
• CCNP or equivalent Juniper Certification