Network Administrator

SMX is seeking a Network Administrator to provide operation and maintenance support systems and/or networks to include system administration, troubleshooting and repair of existing systems and/or networks.  The Network Administrator will join our dynamic team to provide 24/7 support, ensuring network connectivity, full-motion video feeds, and general IT ownership.

This position requires a DoD TS/SCI security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Administrate network hardware including routers, switches, hubs, gateways, access points, network interface cards, networking cables, firewalls, and other related hardware
• Monitor and respond to hardware and software problems utilizing a variety of hardware and software testing tools and techniques
• Configure and install network hardware and software
• Support end users with technical support and training
• Maintain the security of the network
• Provide troubleshooting and resolution for network infrastructure and components
• Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of fiber- and copper-based Ethernet technologies, capabilities, and cabling, as well as local and wide-area network connectivity is required
• Experience with Cisco configuration of OSPF and static routing, mGRE Tunnel, QOS, DHCP, ACLs, IPSec (as implemented with HAIPE devices)
• Experience in DoD or other Government Unclassified and Classified Systems/Networks, Cisco Routing and Switching, Network Engineering, Network Testing, and Implementation planning
• Experience implementing, modernizing, and transitioning C5ISR communications technologies
• Strong understanding of the use and configuration of encryption devices (KG-175D, KG-175F, KG-175GM)
• High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of related experience, or Associate Degree with 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of experience, or Master's Degree with 2 years of experience
• Required certifications:
  • CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent Computing Environment (CE) certification
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Computing Environment (CE) Certification
  • Active Cisco CCNA certification or equivalent level of vendor certifications
• Position may require lifting of objects up to 50lbs
• Ability to work shifts to cover 24/7 operations (weekends, holidays, etc.)

Desired Certifications

• CCNP
• MCSE

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