Night Shift Network Administrator (Network Communications 2)

HII • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

HII is seeking a Network Administrator to work the Night Watch in support of the Navy Integrated Training Environment (NITE). The position is based in the Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC), which provides operations and maintenance for network operations support and troubleshoots network connectivity, including WAN circuits, equipment failures, router and switch configurations, firewall access control lists, VoIP device registration and configuration, and cryptographic device configurations and keying material.

The Network Administrator will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot network connectivity and infrastructure on the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN). The role supports multiple networks at different classification levels, working to maintain continuous connectivity for customers and sites. It also coordinates with Navy, DISA, and commercial circuit providers on implementation and troubleshooting, maintains Information Assurance compliance, and supports remote sites in restoring network services.

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position with an anticipated salary range of $66,303–$90,000. A Secret security clearance and Security+ or equivalent certification are required. The position may involve periodic evening, night, and weekend schedules.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; no relevant experience with a master’s degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.
• 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.
• Experience monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting ASA firewall ACLs.
• Ability to troubleshoot network issues at the protocol or packet level using sniffers, protocol analyzers, NetFlow, logging, or similar tools.
• Technical network troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to troubleshoot issues across multiple systems.
• Knowledge of Cisco internetworking, including IP addressing (subnets and CIDR), switching (VTP, VLANs, and 802.1q), routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, PIM, and multicast), and Cisco IOS.
• Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals, the OSI model, and frame and packet structure.
• Experience in a network operations center environment, including help desk, customer communication, trouble ticketing, and issue resolution.
• Experience with Department of Defense Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• 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 in some cases be adjusted or waived for applicable work experience.
• CCNA certification or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot network connectivity and infrastructure on the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN).
• Support the operation and maintenance of multiple networks across different classification levels and maintain continuous network connectivity for customers and sites.
• 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 services after failures.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity involving WAN circuits, equipment failures, router and switch configurations, firewall access control lists, VoIP device registration and configuration, and cryptographic device configurations and keying material.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources and programs
• Employee assistance programs
• 401(k) savings plan options
• Financial planning tools
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood education scholarships
• Post-secondary education scholarships
• Competitive benefits
• Educational and training programs for career growth
• Occasional bonus or other non-recurrent compensation for qualified positions, if applicable

What This Job Offers

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