Network Specialist

Tyto Athene

$80K — $85K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3 and relevant protocols (TCP/IP, VTP, etc.)
  • Familiarity with firewall and VPN technologies
  • Experience troubleshooting LAN/WAN issues with switches and routers
  • Knowledge of security methodologies
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 3 years experience, or 8 years experience post-certification program
  • DoD Directive 8570.01 compliance and Security+ CE certification required
  • Active Secret Clearance or higher is necessary

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily support for LAN core and edge switches
  • Resolve technical issues related to network protocols using diagnostic tools
  • Support network infrastructure including routers, firewalls, and cabling
  • Plan, install, and troubleshoot hardware/software upgrades

Benefits

  • Health/Dental/Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Parental leave
Full Job Description
Quantum Sky is searching for a Network Specialist to support our NE&S contract at Fort Campbell, KY. The Network Specialist ensures that the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Health Agency (DHA) LAN/WAN provides all required services, by supporting the network infrastructure with on-site troubleshooting and problem resolution.

Responsibilities:
  • Provides daily operational support for the LAN core and edge switches across the medical network campus
  • Resolves technical issues associated with network and routing protocols at all levels of the OSI model utilizing diagnostic and network administration tools
  • Provides overall network infrastructure support to routing and switching equipment, firewalls, and associated cabling
  • Plans, installs, and supports hardware and software upgrades, and resolves associated technical issues


Qualifications

Required:
  • Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3, to include TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, and EIA/TIA cable standards
  • Must be familiar with firewall and VPN technologies
  • Strong network experience maintaining switches and routers, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problems
  • Good knowledge of general security methodologies
  • Must have strong oral and written communications skills
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering or related technical discipline and 3 years related experience, or;
  • Completion of certification program at a technical or vocational school and 8 years related experience
  • Compliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 "Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management required
  • Security+ CE certification required
  • Current CCNA, or Juniper/Brocade equivalent, desired
  • DoD and/or medical network experience preferred

Clearance:
  • Active Secret Clearance or higher required


Compensation:
  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $80,000-$85,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

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