Junior Network Administrator, Analyst, Tucson, AZ – Onsite (3 openings)

U.S. citizenship and an active, transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance are required prior to starting.

About the role

Join this high-impact team as a Junior Network Administrator to ensure the smooth operation of classified network infrastructure at RTX locations in Tucson, AZ. This onsite role supports voice and data networks in classified and unclassified collateral work areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth operation of voice and data networks.
• Plan, evaluate, coordinate, and perform installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication networks.
• Develop technical expertise in voice and data network hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, and encryptors.
• Work with network management software platforms.
• Propose solutions to management to ensure communications requirements align with future needs, current usage, cost savings, redundancy, and required network uptime.
• Prepare or ensure appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions and technical diagrams; assist in developing documentation where none exists.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis for short- and long-range planning of in-house systems.
• Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance for network equipment or vendor support.
• Work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
• Obtain Security+ certification within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) within a year (training provided).

Requirements

• University/bachelor’s degree with less than 2 years of relevant experience, or a minimum of 4 years of equivalent Network or IT Systems Administration experience.
• Experience with networking equipment such as Cisco (or other) routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
• Active, in-scope, and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco ISE experience with 802.1X.
• Experience with SolarWinds and setting up client-server environments for government networks.
• Active Security+ and/or CCNA certifications.
• Experience with current cabling and fiber standards.
• Experience with access control lists, security posture, and vendor best practices.
• Experience with Visio diagramming and design capabilities.
• 1–2 years of experience with network management software.
• Willingness and availability to travel domestically as needed.
• Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of encryption devices.
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communications.
• Experience with platforms such as IP telephony, NTP servers, GemOne, and SolarWinds.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
• Current DoD Top Secret level security clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (eligibility dependent on role level and collective-bargaining agreement).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $57,200 – $108,800 USD. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including role, function, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Relocation eligibility may be available under certain conditions.