Network Administrator (Intermediate-Level)
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Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Link Solutions is seeking a Network Administrator (Intermediate-Level) to join our team in Des Moines IL.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have an active secret clearance
- Non-remote (relocation incentive available)
The Network Administrator will play a vital role in supporting and managing the performance and reliability of a complex environment of computers operating across multiple systems for the Air National Guards Unmanned Aerial Vehicle missions. This position requires a strong understanding of enterprise network architecture Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching routing protocols and established network security practices. You will oversee the installation configuration maintenance and overall security of the network infrastructure ensuring seamless operations that directly support mission success.
This is an opportunity to join a team of committed professionals within a leading defense-focused organization where innovation and national security intersect. You will work on meaningful advanced projects that have a real operational impact while benefiting from ongoing professional development and clear pathways for career growth. If youre seeking a role where your expertise contributes to critical missions and long-term advancement this position offers an exceptional environment to thrive.
Job Responsibilities:
- Monitor manage and optimize network performance availability and security across voice video and data communications systems.
- Install configure maintain and troubleshoot network hardware and software including Layer 2/3 switches routers firewalls wireless access points crypto/encryption devices and related infrastructure.
- Implement and enforce network security policies procedures and best practices to ensure compliance with DoD and organizational regulations.
- Patch upgrade and maintain firmware components and configurations for network devices and supporting systems.
- Analyze administer and support global network operations ensuring reliability and continuity of service.
- Participate in and occasionally lead major network installations upgrades and implementation of network standards and procedures.
- Develop and execute network testing strategies documenting results and recommending improvements.
- Evaluate and integrate hardware software and peripheral equipment to enhance network capabilities.
- Interface with vendors to resolve outages performance issues and equipment failures.
- Provide technical guidance troubleshooting support and training to end users.
- Deliver on-call or call-back support and hands-on touch labor as required for operational needs.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Qualifications :
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must have an active secret clearance.
- Must have an AA in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field or two (2) years of relevant experience working in an IT enterprise network engineering field.
- IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security CE CCNA Security GICSP GSEC SSCP etc.).
- Familiar with common tools such as SQL Server Configuration Manager Azure Data Studio SQL Server Agent Database Tuning Advisor CISCO or Juniper network equipment etc.
- Experience in network segmentation traffic management and secure network architecture design.
- In-depth knowledge of network tools monitoring platforms and documentation best practices.
- Ability to plan and implement large-scale network configurations and upgrades while minimizing downtime.
- Computing Environment certification such as CCNP CCNA or similar technology within 6 months of hire.
Preferred:
- Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
- A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
- Ability to analyze and determine information needs and elements data relationships attributes data flow and storage requirements and data output and reporting capabilities.
- Proficient in MS SQL Azure Oracle or equivalent
- Extensive proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Additional Information :
Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays paid time off medical dental vision company-paid long and short-term disability life insurance referral bonuses relocation incentive program certification reimbursement program retirement and more.
Link Solutions Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Dhcp
- Routing Protocols
- Network Administration
- Active Directory
- VMware
- LAN
- Computer Networking
- Microsoft Windows Server
- Windows
- Cisco ASA
- Juniper
- Dns
About Company
Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud and Mobility services. ... View more
