System Network Administrator

Goldbelt, Inc.•Alamogordo, NM

10h

About The Position

Global in service but local in approach, the Nisga'a Tek team is committed to high-quality service to honor those who defend us. Nisga'a Tek's work ensures mission assurance and execution for customers and warfighters. We are looking for a System Network Administrator to support the RPA-SOC contract, provides capability for squadron level mission planning, airspace coordination, tasking/targeting updates, threat warning, data archival and retrieval, establishing and maintaining situational awareness, video, and data dissemination in support of mission execution, intelligence, weather administration and communications. This position will provide system administration for associated system networks.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in network troubleshooting and support
Comprehensive knowledge of routers, switches, patch panels, concentrators, associated terminals, and related network hardware and software
Comprehensive knowledge of desktop operating systems and applications
Ability to analyze and suggest recommended improvements to the industrial control system programs and systems to meet industry standards and best practices
Strong expertise in configuring and managing network devices from various vendors (Cisco, Juniper, etc.)
Familiarity with network security best practices and hands-on experience with firewalls and IDS/IPS systems
Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively
DOD 8140/8570.01 Certification (i.e., CompTIA Security+)
Experience as a System Administrator or Network Administrator (or a similar role)
Experience with maintaining essential IT and OT network operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, and workstations
Familiarity with security systems, including security groups, group policy, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentications systems, log management, and content filtering
Must have an active Secret Security Clearance, with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Network+ are highly preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure proper configuration of network equipment to include but not limited to routers, switches, firewalls, crypto and other communications equipment necessary for the successful operation of the system enterprise
Conduct troubleshooting and maintenance of Audio MLS
Interface directly with Air Force, DoD, and other contractor communication maintenance personnel for the GCS, Unified Video Distribution System, and long-haul communication support for system enterprise connectivity
Comply with DoD, AF, and IC computer/network security protocols and advise the appropriate IA Officer whenever unauthorized hardware/software is detected on supported equipment
Analyze, troubleshoot and maintain RPA-SOC computer and network systems including troubleshooting LAN/WAN communications, firewalls, operations support for Microsoft Windows operating systems, and networks
Administration of network security infrastructure systems
Administration of checkpoint firewalls and other security systems
Coordinate system updates with administrators to ensure security vulnerabilities and risk remain as low as possible
Establish baselines, provide metrics and regular reporting as directed
Respond to alerts and take corrective action; provide root cause analysis and suggest improvements
Maintain appropriate logs, databases and history to perform trending analysis and take proactive steps to ensure the proper operation of systems
Maintain appropriate tools to assist in the execution of duties
Maintain appropriate and current documentation of network
Perform other duties as assigned