Network Specialist

Quantum Sky is searching for a Network Specialist to support our NE&S contract at Ellsworth, AFB. The Network Specialist ensures that the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Health Agency (DHA) LAN/WAN provides all required services, by supporting the network infrastructure with on-site troubleshooting and problem resolution. Responsibilities:Provides daily operational support for the LAN core and edge switches across the medical network campusResolves technical issues associated with network and routing protocols at all levels of the OSI model utilizing diagnostic and network administration toolsProvides overall network infrastructure support to routing and switching equipment, firewalls, and associated cablingPlans, installs, and supports hardware and software upgrades, and resolves associated technical issues Required:Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3, to include TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, and EIA/TIA cable standardsMust be familiar with firewall and VPN technologiesStrong network experience maintaining switches and routers, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problemsGood knowledge of general security methodologiesMust have strong oral and written communications skillsBachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering or related technical discipline and 3 years related experience, or;Completion of certification program at a technical or vocational school and 8 years related experienceCompliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 “Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management requiredSecurity+ CE certification requiredCurrent CCNA, or Juniper/Brocade equivalent, desiredDoD and/or medical network experience preferred Clearance:Active Secret Clearance or higher required