Network Administrator, Senior Analyst, Tucson, AZ, Onsite

Maintain Smooth Operation

Maintains smooth operation of voice and data networks.
Plans, evaluates, coordinates, and performs installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
Work in developing technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, encryptors etc.
Work with network management software platforms.

Technical Expertise

Propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings aligning with future requirements factoring in redundancy and required network uptime.
Prepare or ensure that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions, technical diagrams, and other documentation.
Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support.

Additional Responsibilities

Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is highly desired within a year.
• Experience with current cabling and fiber standards.
• Experience with access control list, 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.
• Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.

Benefits

• Medical
  Dental
  Vision
  Life Insurance
  Short-term Disability
  Long-term Disability
  401(k) Match
  Flexible Spending Accounts
  Flexible Work Schedules
  Employee Assistance Program
  Employee Scholar Program
  Parental Leave
  Paid Time Off
  Holidays

Pay Range

$68,900 - $131,100

Clearance Information

This position requires an active and current US Secret security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Relocation Eligibility

Relocation support is provided if the selected applicant qualifies per company policy.