(140) Network Administrator (Network Communications 3)

HII's Mission Technologies division • Virginia Beach, VA

2d • $82,046 - $115,000

About The Position

HII is seeking a Network Administrator to support the Navy Integrated Training Environment (NITE) in the Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC). The NOSC provides helpdesk and network operations support, including troubleshooting network connectivity and coordinating with Navy, DISA, and commercial circuit providers. The role supports the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN) and multiple networks across different classification levels, maintaining continuous connectivity for customers and sites. It also supports Information Assurance compliance and helps remote sites restore network service.

Requirements

• Five years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; three years with a master’s degree in a related field; no years with a Ph.D. or Juris Doctorate in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and nine years of relevant experience.
• Security+ certification or equivalent.
• Must currently hold and be able to maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting WAN and LAN network equipment and circuits.
• Strong experience monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting ASA firewall ACLs.
• Ability to troubleshoot network issues at the protocol and packet level using sniffers, protocol analyzers, NetFlow, logging, or similar tools.
• Strong technical network troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills, including troubleshooting across multiple systems.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco internetworking, including IP addressing, switching, routing, and Cisco IOS.
• Strong knowledge of IP networking fundamentals, the OSI model, and frame and packet structure.
• Experience in a network operations center environment, including helpdesk support, customer communication, trouble ticketing, and issue resolution.
• Experience with Department of Defense Security Technical Implementation Guidelines.
• Experience with network and performance monitoring tools such as SolarWinds.
• Experience with network security technologies, including firewalls, VRFs, and port security/802.1x.
• Familiarity with Cisco VoIP, including PoE switches and Call Manager.
• Experience with NSA Type 1 cryptographic devices and keying material, particularly KG-175D and KG-75.
• Willingness to work periodic shifted schedules, including evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline; educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for applicable work experience.
• Seven or more years of demonstrated experience in network operations and support; work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized or uniquely applicable experience.
• CCNP certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot network connectivity and infrastructure on the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN).
• Support the operation and maintenance of networks across different classification levels and maintain continuous network connectivity for customers and sites.
• Troubleshoot WAN circuits, equipment failures, router and switch configurations, firewall access control lists, VoIP registrations and configurations, and cryptographic device configurations and keying material.
• Coordinate with Navy, DISA, and commercial circuit providers for implementation and troubleshooting.
• Maintain Information Assurance compliance, including IOS upgrades, network device configuration changes, and firewall ACL verification and changes.
• Support remote sites in restoring network service following failures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plan choices
• Wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• Financial planning tools
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
• Bonus or other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions, if applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level