Network Systems Administrator

General Dynamics Information Technology•Brownsville, TX

1d•$57,824 - $69,000•Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is seeking a Network Systems Administrator to support the Warfighter Training Readiness Solution (W-TRS) Contract, formerly known as ATMP, at Fort Cavazos, Texas. The role maintains the TADSS LAN, WAN, data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers, along with infrastructure and instrumentation for the CCTT Family of Training Devices. The administrator supports day-to-day TADSS operations, including tools, inventories, maintenance, and delivery of services to the government, and reports to the Site Manager. The position operates, maintains, administers, and sustains training networks and associated devices, including information assurance activities. It also supports users and operators, provides TADSS instruction when requested, documents and reports technical issues, maintains records and reports, and coordinates with customers and government site personnel. The position is onsite, has a 40-hour scheduled workweek, and requires travel as specified in the posting.

Requirements

At least 4 years of related experience managing U.S. Army TADSS.
Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degree or equivalent relevant years of experience.
Experience enforcing network security policies and procedures.
Knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and security practices.
Ability to learn the W-TRS Management Information System (MIS) for work-order controls and recording Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) property.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to advise and educate leadership about systems in non-technical terms.
Ability to document and report technical issues and solutions and resolve complex technical issues.
Secret security clearance required to start; the posting also states the candidate must possess Secret clearance and be able to obtain Secret clearance.
CompTIA Security+ certification at start or must obtain it within six months of hire.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license and post driving privileges.
Must be able to travel; the posting lists travel as up to 25% in the qualifications and less than 10% in the position details.
Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Maintain TADSS local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), data communications networks, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers.
Monitor systems and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems.
Review system and application logs and verify scheduled jobs, including system backups.
Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access.
Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses as they are released by the OEM.
Assist with network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software at OEM request.
Conduct fact-finding analysis; develop work processes and procedures; prepare detailed reports; define objectives and priorities; and carry out maintenance activities that may require administrative passwords.
Provide over-the-shoulder assistance to users and operators when requested.
Maintain network and computer information assurance systems security; evaluate and optimize network and system performance.
Assign and update security permissions on a Linux network and review and interpret Linux log files and Windows event files.
Manage virtual machines on Linux and Windows hosts and maintain the Network Attached Storage RAID array.
Provide TADSS instruction when requested by local and AOR units to train Soldiers and civilians on STE operation in accordance with government-provided NET training products.
Operate, maintain, administer, and sustain training networks and associated devices, including IA support activities. Networks include JTEN, DCGS-A, JNN, JNTC, MCS servers, and CTC opposing forces networks.
Ensure required records and reports are complete and properly maintained.
Ensure required before-, during-, and after-operations Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on IT equipment are completed.
Support the GDIT/W-TRS cross-training plan for other W-TRS TADSS on installation.
Interface with customers and site government personnel; report TADSS status and maintenance issues; and assist with training schedules.
Attend weekly safety briefings.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401(k) with company match
Competitive pay
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
Full flex work weeks where possible
Career growth and learning opportunities
Internal mobility support