DescriptionTyto Athene is searching for a
Network Specialist to support our NE&S contract at Fort Wainwright, AK. 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
QualificationsRequired:- 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. 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.
