Network Administrator

General Dynamics Information Technology • Boone, MO

11d • $72,250 - $97,750 • Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator operates, maintains, and monitors ACBN and MPE communications networks at Ramstein AB, Germany. The role configures routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators for LAN and WAN systems using appropriate network engineering and communications protocols; coordinates LAN/WAN hardware and software improvements; and supports Government-controlled cryptographic devices, including monitoring, managing, upgrading, and rekeying devices under the U-A/A6 MPE program.

The position provides network infrastructure and cyber transport support for voice, video, and data systems. Duties include point-to-point installations and maintenance, long-haul circuit management, circuit encryption equipment loading, cable patching, and operation and maintenance of routers, switches, voice systems, VoIP, video bridges, ITNs, communications closet wiring, network encryption devices, and modems. The administrator also activates and troubleshoots LAN lines from wiring closets or communication nodes to end-user devices using existing cable.

The administrator deploys, configures, maintains, and monitors network environments and equipment; manages WAN/LAN infrastructure; supports routing and switching designs; monitors and resolves network issues and outages; and applies DISA guidelines. The role uses network management tools such as SolarWinds to assess and report network health. Outage responsibilities include submitting ASIs in accordance with SPIN-C and local requirements, notifying affected customers of planned outages, responding during and after duty hours, coordinating with higher-level organizations, and documenting issues and corrective actions for the MCCC.

The position is onsite at an international work location, with 40 scheduled weekly hours and less than 10% travel required. A Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship are required. Candidates must meet TESA minimum requirements.

Requirements

• At least six years of related experience, including at least four years of specialized experience operating, maintaining, and monitoring communications networks.
• Bachelor’s degree in a listed field: computer science/systems, information systems/technology, engineering/engineering technology, software engineering/programming, management, natural sciences, social sciences, mathematics, or business/finance; alternatively, a master’s degree in a listed field plus three years of general experience, including at least two years of specialized experience; or no degree and eight years of general experience, including six years of specialized experience.
• Must meet TESA minimum requirements.
• DoW 8570.01M IAT Level II certification.
• Cisco Certified Network Administrator or Cisco Certified Network Professional certification.
• Must currently possess a Secret clearance and be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Skills in encryption devices, LAN, network configurations, network infrastructures, and networking hardware.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and monitor ACBN and MPE communications networks.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators for LAN and WAN systems.
• Coordinate LAN/WAN hardware and software improvements or enhancements.
• Support Government-controlled cryptographic devices, including monitoring, managing, upgrading, and rekeying applicable devices.
• Provide network infrastructure support, including point-to-point installation and maintenance, long-haul circuit management, loading circuit encryption equipment, and network cable patching.
• Operate, maintain, and configure voice, video, and data transport systems, including routers, switches, voice systems, VoIP, video bridges, ITNs, and communications closet wiring.
• Maintain network encryption devices and operate, maintain, install, align, repair, key, and remove routers, cryptographic devices, switches, and modems.
• Activate and troubleshoot LAN lines from wiring closets or communication nodes to end-user devices over existing cable.
• Deploy, configure, maintain, and monitor active data network or converged infrastructure environments and related equipment.
• Manage and maintain WAN/LAN infrastructure and support deployment and configuration of routing and switching designs.
• Monitor network issues and outages in accordance with directives and guidelines; troubleshoot, implement, and configure network hardware and software.
• Analyze functional problems and determine feasible techniques and requirements for expedited solutions.
• Apply DISA best practices and use network management tools such as SolarWinds to monitor, evaluate, and report WAN/LAN health statistics.
• Provide technical support to troubleshoot and resolve network outages.
• Submit ASIs in accordance with SPIN-C and local organizational requirements.
• Notify potentially affected customers of planned network outages and respond to outages during and after duty hours.
• Coordinate outages with appropriate higher-level organizations and document issues, corrective actions, and updates to the MCCC after resolution.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Competitive pay and paid time off.
• Medical plan options, including options with Health Savings Accounts, for U.S.-based employees.
• Dental and vision plan options for U.S.-based employees.
• Full flex work weeks where possible and paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• International assignments may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits.

What This Job Offers

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