Network Administrator

Leidos; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 21,613 - 27,789; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full deployment package

Health benefits

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Network Administrator for operations in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The role involves troubleshooting network issues and maintaining network security. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and an active DoD Top Secret SCI clearance.

The position requires on-call availability 24/7 and the ability to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days a week. Benefits include full deployment packages and health benefits applicable to foreign-base assignments.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret SCI required.
• 2 years of related experience; additional years may substitute for a degree.
• Active certification in Computing Environment certifications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues.
• Maintain security posture of network equipment.
• Advise on COMSEC duties as needed.

Skills

LAN switching

EIGRP routing protocols

Security+

Cisco LAN troubleshooting

Active Directory

SolarWinds

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cisco devices

Visio

Job description

Network Administrator

Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.

Duty Hours

12 hours per day, 7 days per week. Duty hours are subject to local labor laws. This position also requires 24/7 on‑call availability, including weekends and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting of network and connectivity issues with network devices on multiple LANs and coordinate troubleshooting on Tier0 WAN circuits to ensure mission‑critical operations continue across the AOR.
• Install, maintain, and/or repair network infrastructure (e.g., Panduit conduit, terminating CAT5‑6 or fiber).
• Advise government customers on COMSEC duties and serve as COMSEC custodian as needed, understanding U.S. DoD COMSEC rules, policies, and regulations.
• Comment on system changes through Configuration Control Boards (CCB) or similar tools.
• Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates to STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements.
• Assist Service Desk Technicians and System Administrators with TierI and TierII troubleshooting as needed.
• Participate in special projects and day‑to‑day operations as assigned by the site lead, including surging to alternate locations for customer requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active DoD Top Secret SCI required.
• Active 8570 IAT II or higher; baseline certification such as Security+.
• Active certification in one of the Computing Environment certifications such as CCNA, JNCIA‑Junos, MD‑102, or Endpoint Administrator.
• Experience resolving TierI and II hardware, software, and application issues, printer, basic network LAN scheduling, and troubleshooting video tele‑conferences (VTCs).
• Knowledge of LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer2 and 3 switching configurations.
• Understanding of Layer3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS‑IS, etc.) and related best practices.
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Cisco‑based LANs using various encryption devices; ability to document the network with Visio.
• Ability to install, configure, and maintain encryption devices such as KG‑175D, KG‑250x, KG‑175G, etc., at network points of presence and extend networks throughout local and regional areas, including management via GEM‑X.
• Understanding of Cisco WAN, LAN, and Data Center design practices, technologies, and implementations.
• Experience with network‑based monitoring tools such as SolarWinds or WhatsUp Gold.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco VTC devices and VoIP phones.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory Users & Computers, security groups, and NTFS permissions.
• Knowledge of Cisco network LAN principles, MS Windows 11, MS Office, desktop & laptop hardware, etc.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts on‑site, 7 days per week, and to be on‑call 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
• Current U.S. passport with at least 36 months validity and 5 blank pages.
• Must successfully complete CRC processing and medical screening and be designated fit for deployment, including medical tests and BMI analysis.
• Must obtain and maintain host‑nation work visa, including required local/regional medical testing.
• Must be willing to live and work in Kuwait or deploy to austere forward locations as required.
• Must comply with all corporate policies, local site policies, host‑nation laws, customs, and courtesies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Computing Environment certifications such as CCNP R&S or CCDP JNCIP‑ENT.
• AMSOPP1.

Benefits

Full deployment package, health benefits, and other standard Leidos benefits applicable to foreign‑base assignments.