Network Security Administrator

S2Technologies • Patrick Space Force Base, FL

2d • $70,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

S2Technologies is actively seeking a Network Security Administrator required to assist the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) with creating and maintaining the United States Prompt Diagnostic System (USPDS), which falls under the National Technical Nuclear Forensics (NTNF) mission. The NTNF leverages AFTAC to detect, identify, and characterize nuclear events and to report nuclear forensic information to national authorities. The USPDS is a fully integrated, terrestrially based, geographically dispersed, centrally managed prompt detection and reporting system. It provides the ability to collect, process, transmit, and analyze forensic data phenomena. The Network Administrator must have experience in identifying network requirements, installing upgrades, and monitoring network performance. The Network Administrator will be responsible for the following functions: device IOS updates, maintenance and configuration for routing, maintenance and coordination of commercial circuits from AFTAC to sensor or communications node locations, network availability monitoring, log monitoring and problem monitoring. Additionally, Network Administration personnel will accomplish documentation, including updating continuity folders with current network configuration and maintenance information. These devices will have to comply with CNDSP certification compliance. This candidate must hold an IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ or equivalent) IAW DoD-8570 requirements.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in network design, planning, installation, testing, performance evaluation, and security
• Hands-on experience with networking equipment from multiple vendors, including OS updates, remote device routing, and coordination of commercial circuits
• Strong understanding of network and computer hardware/software interconnection and interface technologies (e.g., switches, routers, firewalls, cellular modems)
• Proven ability to implement network specifications by collaborating with users, analyzing workflows, and applying security requirements
• Skilled in selecting, installing, configuring, and testing network equipment
• Proficient in monitoring network availability, evaluating performance issues, and maintaining logs
• Advanced proficiency in Linux environments
• Knowledge of the OSI model, LAN/WAN architectures, TCP/IP protocols, VPNs, and IKE configurations
• Experience securing networks through access control, monitoring, and evaluation
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate documentation, including network configurations, maintenance records, and technical reports
• Strong communication skills-both written and verbal-with the ability to create business correspondence, procedural manuals, and deliver presentations
• Capable of solving practical problems and interpreting instructions delivered in various formats
• Candidates must hold a current certification that meets DoD IAT Level II requirements, such as CompTIA Security+ CE, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Top Secret w/ SCI eligibility

Nice To Haves

• USPDS Experience. Familiarity with United States Personnel Data Systems (USPDS), including configuration, maintenance, and operational support.
• PDO Experience. Prior exposure to Program Data Overview (PDO) processes or tools, particularly in defense or government environments.
• Commercial Network Expertise. Demonstrated ability to work with commercial network infrastructure, including setup, troubleshooting, and integration with secure systems.
• AFTAC Experience supporting or working within the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) or similar mission-driven organizations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret government regulations, policies, and planning documents, and apply them to technical and operational tasks.

Responsibilities

• device IOS updates
• maintenance and configuration for routing
• maintenance and coordination of commercial circuits from AFTAC to sensor or communications node locations
• network availability monitoring
• log monitoring
• problem monitoring
• accomplish documentation, including updating continuity folders with current network configuration and maintenance information

What This Job Offers

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