AT&T

Network Upgrade Administrator - Senior (Government)

AT&T • $98K — $173K *
Chantilly, VA 20152In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10 years of relevant experience combining education and work history.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, devices, and architectures.
  • Proficiency with network patch management systems like Cisco NSO or SolarWinds.
  • Knowledge of OS such as Cisco IOS and Juniper Junos.
  • Familiarity with cryptographic hardware and update methods.
  • Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and managing network security incidents.
  • Excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assess and identify upgrade needs in the current network infrastructure.
  • Coordinate patch deployment schedules with global partners to minimize operational disruption.
  • Collaborate with security teams to prioritize patching based on vulnerability severity.
  • Perform firmware and software updates on network devices.
  • Monitor network stability and performance post-upgrade.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues during and after the upgrade process.
  • Maintain documentation of all patch management activities.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off (minimum of 23 days annually)
  • Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Disability Benefits (short and long term)
  • Employee discounts on AT&T products and services.
Full Job Description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located at customer's site.

AT&T has an opening for aNetwork Upgrade Administrator - Senior to support theNetwork Operations Team in providing timely network vulnerability remediation.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Assess current network infrastructure and identify areas needing upgrades.
  • Coordinate with worldwide partners to plan and schedule patch deployments, minimizing disruptions to operations.
  • Collaborate with security teams to prioritize patching efforts based on the severity and impact of vulnerabilities.
  • Perform firmware and software updates on existing network devices.
  • Utilize automated patch management tools to streamline the patching process.
  • Monitor the network post-upgrade to ensure stability and performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during and after the upgrade process.
  • Conduct thorough testing to ensure network performance, reliability, and security.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of all patch management activities, including patch status, deployment schedules, and testing results.
  • Communicate upgrade plans and progress to stakeholders.
  • Ensure all network upgrades adhere to security policies and standards.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve patch management processes and tools.
  • Stay updated with the latest developments in patch management technology and best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to patch management.
  • Assess the risks associated with delaying or not applying certain patches.
  • Work closely with other incident response teams to ensure rapid remediation of vulnerabilities.

Required Clearance:

TSSCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of network protocols, devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls), and network architectures.
  • Proficiency with network patch management tools and systems, such as Cisco NSO, SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager, or similar solutions.
  • Knowledge of various network operating systems, such as Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, and others.
  • Familiarity with modern cryptographic hardware and update methods
  • Experience in network administration, network security, or a similar role, with a focus on patch management.
  • Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and risk analysis for network devices.
  • Experience in responding to network security incidents and applying emergency patches.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of patch deployments.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with various IT teams and stakeholders.
  • High attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and reporting of network patch management activities.
  • Candidate must have a total of 10 years of applicable experience. The experience can be a combination of degree and work history. This can be a High School degree and 10 years of work history OR an Associates and 8 years, a Bachelors and 6 years, a Masters and 4 years of work history.

Desired Qualifications:

  • ServiceNow, Splunk, Tableau, Power Bi and other data visualization tools experience
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate patch deployment processes for network devices.
  • Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Network+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar credentials.

Our Network Upgrade Administrator's earn between $98,100 - $173,522. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Chantilly, Virginia, Mclean, Virginia

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Size
203,000 employees
Market Cap
$131.2 billion
Industry
Telecommunications & Hardware
Net Income
-$5.1 billion
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+0.6%
Revenue
$171.7 billion
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