Network Specialist

We are a growing information technology company that offers its employees a culture of success, diversity in the workplace and the ability to work with leading edge technology that is revolutionizing federal IT infrastructure. We are seeking forward thinking candidates that have strong experience in operational support and can help take to the next level in a pro-active stance.

Chameleon Integrated Services has expertise in operations management, quality systems, data operations and cybersecurity. We secure some of the most sensitive data for the Department of Defense and for other U. S. federal government agencies. We are known for the great care we take with clients and employees, and we believe in promoting from within.

We offer a Full Benefits package including:

• Competitive Employee Health Insurance options including dental
• 100% company paid vision plan
• 401K plan with generous company match and no vesting period
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100 % company paid long and short-term disability insurance
• Training allowance
• PTO and more

The Position:

Chameleon Integrated Services is currently looking for a Network Specialistto support one of our federal clients at Scott AFB

This position requires a secret security clearance.

Overview:

As a Network Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing our network infrastructure. You will work closely with the IT team to ensure the smooth operation of our network systems and provide technical support to end users. The ideal candidate will have a background in networking technologies and possess excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Provides technical guidance for directing and monitoring information systems operations. Designs, builds, and implements network systems.
• Directs compilation of records and reports concerning network operations and maintenance.
• Troubleshoots network performance issues.
• Analyzes network traffic and provides capacity planning solutions.
• Monitors and responds to complex technical control facility hardware and software problems.
• Interfaces with vendor support service groups to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance.
• Manages the purchase, testing, installation, and support of network communications, including LAN/MAN/WAN systems.
• Performs system-level design and configuration of products including determination of hardware, OS, and other platform specifications.
• Plans large-scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies.
• Performs a variety of systems engineering tasks and activities that are broad in nature and are concerned with major systems design, integration, and implementation, including personnel, hardware, software, budgetary, and support facilities and/or equipment.
• Provides quality assurance review and the evaluation of new and existing software products.
• Provides assistance and oversight for all information systems operations activities, including computer and telecommunications/ communications operations, data entry, data control, LAN/MAN/WAN administration and operations support, operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and/or web strategy and operations.
• Provide input to policy-level discussions regarding standards and budget constraints.
• Supervises all personnel engaged in the operation and support of network facilities, including all communications equipment on various platforms in large-scale or multi-shift operations.
• Supervises complex operations that involve two or more additional functions such as, but not limited to, network operations, systems security, systems software support, and production support activities.
• Monitors and responds to hardware, software, and network problems.
• Provides the routine testing and analysis of all elements of the network facilities (including power, software, communications machinery, lines, modems, and terminals).

Requirements:

· 1-3 years of experience

Clearance:

• Secret clearance

The Location: Scott AFB, O’Fallon, IL

“"_We are an equal opportunity employer and all_Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person