OverviewThis position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.
Network Administrator II - Fort Greely, AKThe WTRS Network Administrator at the Fort Greely, AK will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and securing the Digital ranges Training System's networks, ensuring reliable and efficient communication across all systems to enable an effective training environment for the U.S. Army. This position will provide ongoing network support, addresses availability issues, overcome performance problems, and has the administrator responsibilities for the system.
ResponsibilitiesRequired Skills: - Installs, maintains, and coordinates the use of network systems.
- 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.
- Applies government provided software patches and ensures proper operability of the system.
- Is responsible for the system's ensuring the system's Authority To Operate (ATO) is maintained.
- Responsible for collecting and maintaining artifacts to meet Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) audits.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Experience in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or another enterprise-grade networking equipment.
- Ability to maintain enterprise-grade network infrastructure including LAN, WAN.
- Automate network configuration management using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell.
- Configure and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
- Conduct packet analysis and forensic investigations using Wireshark or Zeek .
- Must be able to travel CONUS and OCONUS to support training events and maintenance activities.
Desired Skills: - Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, CISSP.
- Strong proficiency in network automation and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Deep knowledge of multicast routing, and network segmentation strategies.
- Ability to architect enterprise-grade network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN.
- Experienced in design of VPNs, VLANs, and QoS policies for secure and optimized traffic routing.
- Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).
- Ability to analyze packet captures using Wireshark or other forensic tools.
- Proven track record in high-performance network optimization.
QualificationsEducation and Experience Requirements:- Master's degree in a relevant discipline plus one (1) year of direct experience.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline plus two (2) years of direct experience.
- Associate's degree in a relevant discipline plus four (4) years of direct experience.
- High School Diploma or equivalent plus six (6) years of direct experience.
Certification Requirements:- Must meet 8140.03 certificate requirements:
- Must have a CompTIA Security+ or CySA certification at date of hire (Baseline).
- Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, CISSP are desired.
Security Clearance Requirement:- Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an NACI clearance.
Job Category:- Full Time / Salaried / Exempt
