Network Administrator

About the role

SMS is hiring a Network Administrator, Mid to support our Base Infrastructure (BIM) contract at McConnell AFB, KS. This position will provide Network Operations Center (NOC) support from forward-deployed locations ensuring continuity of NOC operations and distributed network management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serves as backup NOC operations capability providing redundancy for centralized NOC functions
• Monitors assigned network infrastructure and systems from remote locations
• Coordinates with primary NOC personnel ensuring seamless handoff of monitoring and management
• Provides NOC management decision-making support during primary NOC disruptions or contingency situations
• Performs network monitoring, incident response, and troubleshooting activities independently
• Maintains proficiency with all NOC tools, processes, and procedures
• Supports distributed operations model enabling resilient network management during crisis or disaster recovery scenarios
• Coordinates with on-site base personnel for localized network issues
• Ensures continuous network monitoring coverage and operational awareness
• Participates in NOC training and readiness activities
• Maintains secure communications and coordination channels with primary NOC

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, network engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of Network Operations Center or Network Administration experience
• Cisco CCNA required
• CompTIA Security+ required
• DoD Secret security clearance required