Computer Systems Analyst (Network Systems Administrator)

MAG Aerospace•Lexington Park, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The MAG Aerospace Engineering Team is seeking professionals to support the USSOCOM Enterprise Network who are responsible for the overall architecture, operations, and maintenance of various technologies, transmission, and termination of digital communication across the globe. The Computer Systems Analyst (Network Systems Administrator) is responsible for performing installation, configuration, administration, and monitoring of IT automation equipment, including baseline imaging, performance optimization, patching, and updating.

Requirements

Experience conducting the systematic translation of product requirements into total systems solutions that adhere to technical, schedule, and cost constraints
Engineering or technical experience working with military or SOF communications systems
Ability to perform requirements analysis and verify the validity, traceability, and testability of existing requirements
Experience performing functional analysis
Experience conducting trade studies and analyses for product selection
Strong writing and communication skills
Ability to work closely with test teams to facilitate systems integration, verification, and test
Self-starter with a strong desire to solve complex problems and learn new skills and technologies
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline
Must have an active U.S. DoD Top Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain one
Must be a U.S. Citizen
2-4 years of experience in Network Systems Administration or Engineering
Experience supporting geographically distributed organizations with multiple sites and remote users
Experience working in regulated environments
U.S. Citizenship required
TS/SCI Clearance

Nice To Haves

Solid understanding of the application of Systems Engineering principles
Familiarity with cybersecurity practices and procedures
Experience supporting SCIF or secure facility network environments
Familiarity with CSfC and Type One encryption methods
Hold industry recognized certifications such as MCSE/MCA/VMware or some subset of those certifications.
Analytical thinking and problem solving
Strong, effective communication and proficiency with documentation
Team collaboration
Adaptability and continuous learning
Customer service oriented
Time management and prioritization
Ability to function as part of a team

Responsibilities

Assists with the integration of military communications systems into the SOF operational architecture
Provides research, analysis, and design recommendations on tools and services that enhance the implementation and sustainment of SOF communication systems
Identifies solutions for SOF communications operations support in austere operating environments
Provides support to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve communications hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective or end-of-life components when necessary
Utilizes software and hardware tools to diagnose and identify complex problems and factors affecting SOF communications system performance
Provides support to systems hosting complex operational databases, software configuration control, and system interfaces for computer systems
Maintains file servers, network access, documents, analyzes and troubleshoots systems anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
Coordinates with software systems engineering or applications developers as necessary to correct errors.
Maintains operating records such as machine performance and production reports.
Installs operating system software, patches, and upgrades.
Configures, optimizes, and monitors operating system software and hardware.
Performs system backups and recovery.