Network Technician

SAIC-posted about 1 year ago

$40,001 - $40,001/Yr

Full-time • Entry Level

Beltsville, MD

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

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The Network Technician position at SAIC in Beltsville, MD, is designed to support the Vanguard 2.2.1 program, which provides essential systems and security support for the Department of State. This hybrid role involves evaluating, designing, and maintaining network components and systems to ensure the effective operation of the DOS's enterprise architecture. The technician will work closely with various technologies and provide consulting and training to clients, contributing to the successful execution of U.S. foreign policy missions.

Evaluate, design, document, install, implement, test, and perform problem isolation and resolution for network components and systems.
Monitor, tune, set standards, and maintain a range of network components and systems.
Provide client consulting and training on the design and use of network systems and architectures.
Plan, research, evaluate, and recommend new storage area network equipment and related technologies.
Use monitoring and performance analysis tools to troubleshoot and isolate problems, gauge performance and activity.
Devise solutions to operational problems within the capacity and operational limitations of installed equipment.
Develop and execute contingency plans for network-related hardware failures, including isolated and major outages.
Provide internal consulting, technical guidance, information, and support to application developers, computer operations, workstation support, management, and departmental clients.

AA Degree in a related discipline and one (1) year of related experience; OR, High School diploma and two (2) years of related experience.
Intermediate experience with Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst routing and switching, and data center cabling maintenance.
Experience supporting the configuration and maintenance of various network hardware and software, primarily Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Nexus technologies.
Firsthand experience in developing and providing quality assurance review of engineering change orders for perimeter security hardware and software.
Experience with root cause analysis, risk identification, and risk mitigation.
Knowledge of cabling standards, fiber optic and copper cable termination.
Experience with network monitoring devices such as HP Openview, Nagios, Zenoss, NeuralStar, or similar tools.

ITIL ® Foundation certification
Certifications: Network +, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP or equivalent, BICSI Certification
Familiarity with the Department of State environment, including data and voice networks, IT security systems, policies, and procedures.
Interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively, self-awareness, and excellent written and oral communications.

Competitive salary range of $40,001 - $80,000 based on experience and other factors.
Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline for submissions.
Flexible work environment with hybrid options.

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