Field Support Team (FST) Network Lead

Amentum•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking dynamic and strong leaders for employment as Field Support Team (FST) Network Lead for SURTASS program home based out of Virginia Beach, VA. The candidate will be responsible for participating in the planning, execution and reporting of new and existing SURTASS operations. The FST Network Lead defines, designs and implements network communications and solution improvements. Propose and implement system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will improve the performance and reliability of the system. Manages the load configuration of a central data communication processor and makes recommendations for purchase or upgrade of data networks. Coordinates terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading, monitoring, testing and servicing. Approves action requests and specifies purchase requirements. Negotiates and places orders with common carriers. Operates internal data communications systems. Plans, designs and implements local and wide-area network solutions between multiple platforms and protocols (including IP and VOIP). Supports/troubleshoots network issues and coordinates with vendors for installation of such items as routers and switches. Works on project implementation. Provides training and assists with proposal writing. Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons. As the FST Network Lead, you will be responsible for the following: Lead FST teams in providing operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support to all C4I systems and networks onboard SURTASS vessels. Utilize the WILD trouble ticket application to log all maintenance trouble tickets for action in the JSN/WKRQ log. This shall include all applicable labor, external technical assistance, parts, and time expended. Submit, track, and/or verify trouble tickets are submitted to external commands, as required, and actively working to resolve open trouble tickets. Generate reports for SURTASS mission systems status as directed by the Government.

Requirements

Active Secret or higher US government security clearance.
US citizenship is required to maintain a Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems Management, or equivalent, or be a graduate of US Navy Electronics or Information Systems "C" School or an equivalent civilian school.
Ten (10) years of practical hands-on experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of data networks, digital computers, microprocessors, cloud computing environments, and distributed data systems.
Ten (10) years of combined experience in the management, administration, maintenance, and repair of UNIX/LINUX and Windows based computer networks, including: ISNS, CANES, ADNS, CENTRIXS, and/or SCI Navy systems (or equivalent type network); Windows based network management and administration; Cisco routing and switching, and server and router configuration and management; UNIX/LINUX based processing systems management; and Other networking tools, software, and appliances.
Demonstrated experience in Radio Frequency (RF) solutions, network security, Quality of Service (QOS), and Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) for current and future shipboard networking systems required.
Must be able to troubleshoot network connectivity issues, repair hardware, and perform daily tasks such as status reports, asset tracking, and generating/resolving trouble tickets.
Demonstrated experience with updating system baselines to include software and security, including operating systems, networking and storage templates, server design, storage allocation, virtualization, tracking results, providing feedback, and completion reports.
Must be able to organize and lead teams to stage, image, and deploy laptop and desktop machines, as well as migrating data.
Demonstrated experience in developing network automation solutions and experience with new network technologies including voice, automation, and other network technologies.
Ten years of combined experience in the management, administration, maintenance, and repair of UNIX/LINUX and Windows based computer networks, including: ISNS, CANES, ADNS, CENTRIXS, and/or SCI Navy systems (or equivalent type network).
Windows based network management and administration.
Cisco routing and switching, and server and router configuration and management.
UNIX/LINUX based processing systems management.
Application of system and network security using standardized tools and techniques.

Nice To Haves

Certified Internet Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent professional networking certification
Operating System certifications for: Configuring Windows 11 or equivalent
Configuring Windows Server 2022 or equivalent
Administering Windows Server 2022 or equivalent
LINUX, UNIX, or equivalent
Database Management

Responsibilities

Lead FST teams in providing operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support to all C4I systems and networks onboard SURTASS vessels.
Utilize the WILD trouble ticket application to log all maintenance trouble tickets for action in the JSN/WKRQ log.
Submit, track, and/or verify trouble tickets are submitted to external commands, as required, and actively working to resolve open trouble tickets.
Generate reports for SURTASS mission systems status as directed by the Government.
Define, design and implement network communications and solution improvements.
Propose and implement system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will improve the performance and reliability of the system.
Manage the load configuration of a central data communication processor and make recommendations for purchase or upgrade of data networks.
Coordinate terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading, monitoring, testing and servicing.
Approve action requests and specify purchase requirements.
Negotiate and place orders with common carriers.
Operate internal data communications systems.
Plan, design and implement local and wide-area network solutions between multiple platforms and protocols (including IP and VOIP).
Support/troubleshoot network issues and coordinate with vendors for installation of such items as routers and switches.
Work on project implementation.
Provide training and assist with proposal writing.
Conduct project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons.
Update system baselines to include software and security, including operating systems, networking and storage templates, server design, storage allocation, virtualization, tracking results, providing feedback, and completion reports.
Organize and lead teams to stage, image, and deploy laptop and desktop machines, as well as migrating data.
Develop network automation solutions.