Computer Network Support Specialist (4715)

SMX • MD

120d • $87,500 - $147,500

About The Position

SMX is seeking a skilled Computer Network Support Specialist to join our Information Technology Team supporting NAWCAD at Patuxent River, MD. This position encompasses analyzing, testing, troubleshooting, and evaluating information networks, including LAN, and other data communication networks.

Requirements

• Clearance: Top Secret (Secret to start).
• Associate degree in a relevant discipline.
• DoD 8570 compliant (IAT Level II) - examples of minimum acceptable certifications include: CCNA Security, CySA+, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP.
• Minimum 3+ years of related experience.
• Strong ability to collaborate with peers, management, and senior engineers in a dynamic environment while maintaining a positive customer experience and professional workplace atmosphere.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Network (Cisco) support, OS/application software support, compliance assurance, and automation.
• System administration experience with Windows, Linux servers and workstations.
• Understanding and experience in working with hardware troubleshooting and replacement.
• Knowledge and experience working with STIG/Patching and ACAS scans.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze existing networks and equipment, including performance, health, security compliance, and mitigations.
• Test existing network connections.
• Troubleshoot network and communication transport path issues as reported.
• Support network (Cisco) operations, OS/application software, and compliance assurance tasks (STIG/patch/backup and ACAS scans across all lab devices once deployed).
• Develop and maintain automation through scripting to improve efficiency and compliance.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid leave
• Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees