Network Systems Administrator

MANTECH•El Segundo, CA

3d•$71,400 - $118,700•Onsite

About The Position

MANTECH seeks a motivated, customer-oriented Network System Administrator (NSA) - I to join its team in El Segundo, California. The position provides day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities supporting SSC Directorates and/or AFSPC Operational Units. It is a full-time, on-site role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or four additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
At least 1 year of total relevant IT experience.
Meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M/8140 IAT Level II certification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA, CySA+, or CND) within 6 months of hire.
Possess applicable Windows professional certifications based on operating-system requirements for the supported organization.
Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Must be eligible for access to Special Access Programs (SAP).
Must be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility may be required, by air and ground transportation.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Able to remain stationary 50% of the time in closed-area offices.
Able to move about inside and outside the office to access files, cabinets, and safes, and to install or remove computer-related equipment.

Nice To Haves

One year of SCI or SAP experience is highly desired.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, Windows client operating systems, and associated hardware.
Working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies, data backup systems, and COMSEC integration.
Working knowledge of JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN standards, ICDs, and Joint DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards.
Experience with PL1 through PL4 systems and cross-domain solutions.
Strong ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with DoD, military, civilian, and industry partners.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, audit, and support a secure Microsoft Windows network environment and limited web/data application services.
Maintain internet applications and protocols, including IP, TCP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and SSL.
Maintain file servers, firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems, and system documentation.
Interface directly with local customers to provide technical IT support and quickly resolve system anomalies.
Perform periodic maintenance, hardware upgrades and replacement, firmware updates, and system configuration changes.
Manage data backup libraries, conduct scheduled tape backups, and maintain secure on-site and off-site storage.
Attend planning meetings with IT staff, Program Managers, and customers to prepare systems for operational use and support testing.