Network Administrator

Responsibilities

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The Cyber Operation - Network Ops professional will work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Will support 24/7/365 network operations by operating, maintaining, defending and coordinating fix actions within the USSTRATCOM Cyber Operations Center to maintain communications across multiple networks.

Position is based in based in Bellevue, NE. Must be within a commutable distance from the base.

Must hold at minimum active/current DoD Secret clearance. Top Secret preferred with the ability to obtain SCI. Must be US Citizen

Essential Job Functions

• Provides ongoing network support, addresses availability issues, overcomes performance problems and provides overall level 2 support. Installs, maintains and coordinates the use of network systems.
• Evaluates hardware and software and peripheral equipment for large, complex networks.
• Manages network performance, diagnoses performance problems and undertakes tuning activities to ensure network performance meets SLA requirements.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems to ensure quality transmission service on the network.
• Reports on overall network performance including frequent problems, underlying issues and plans to improve network availability, performance and problem resolution.
• Trains users, maintains, creates and deletes user accounts.
• Maintains and updates system security plans on all platforms.
• Implements and coordinates network policies, procedures and standards.
• Enforces network security procedures.

Qualifications

Candidate must be able to:

• When applicable, work rotating schedules and report to work during non-business hours for emergency situations, working independently for extended durations
• Continuously monitor several tools and report network incidents and threats in real time
• Perform product evaluations and recommendation of products/services to improve network performance, redundancy, and resiliency
• Monitor environmental status of data centers and communication closets, utilizing various tools and methods such as Solarwinds, vRealize Operations Manager, and others
• Provide technical guidance for directing and monitoring information systems operations
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of network performance issues through analysis of network traffic
• Monitor and respond to complex technical control facility hardware and software problems. Interface with vendor support service groups to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance
• Devise and direct routine testing and perform analysis of all elements of the network facilities (including power, software, communications machinery, lines, modems, and terminals)
• Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing software and hardware tools to identify and diagnose complex problems and factors affecting network performance
• Operate, maintain, and administer network components to meet operational, availability, and mission requirements
• Devise work instructions or standard operating procedures for newly installed or changed network systems
• Perform escort duties to sensitive areas and provide infrastructure support
• Complete electronic documentation of all work completed

Experience/Education:

• 5-7 years with BS/BA in Cybersecurity, Computer systems or related field; Or MS with 3-5 years or PhD with 0-2 years
• Must hold at minimum active/current DoD Secret clearance. Top Secret preferred with the ability to obtain SCI. Must be US Citizen

Required Certifications:

• DoD 8570 CSSP Infrastructure Support (CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, CND) within 150 days of hire

Desired Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
• Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) - Data Center or Routing and Switching
• CompTIA Network+

Peraton Overview

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can't be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

For Colorado Residents

Colorado Salary Minimum: $49,500

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