ALIS Network Administrator Tech Lead - level 4

Lockheed Martin; Wharton, White Settlement (TX, TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Tech Lead to drive network operations and support mission-critical systems. This role involves leading a dedicated team, providing top-notch customer service, and ensuring the integrity of network operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a DoD IAT Level II certification, and an active Secret clearance. With flexible work schedules and a commitment to employee well-being, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to innovative projects while fostering professional growth in a collaborative setting. Join a team where your expertise will make a significant impact on national security and operational excellence.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Must have DoD IAT Level II certification and active DoD Secret clearance.
• Experience in network administration in an enterprise/data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead network operations and provide technical assistance to end users.
• Maintain data center infrastructure and support network expansion projects.

Skills

Network Administration

Customer Service

Technical Assistance

Troubleshooting

Team Leadership

Security Clearance

Network Performance Analysis

Flexible Scheduling

Education

DoD IAT Level II certification

Tools

Wireshark

Juniper/Cisco switches

Firewalls

Brocade switches

Netapp devices

Job description

ALIS Network Administrator Tech Lead - level 4

Description:What You Will Be Doing

This is a new and exciting opportunity to join the Lockheed Martin Fort Worth ALIS team as the Network Tech Lead. This role will lead all Network operations, training, development, and system growth related to SDD, DOMMS, FF, and ALOU located at the Lockheed Martin, USAF Plant 4 facility in Fort Worth, TX. This role will still integrate as an ALIS System Administrator depending on workload and availability as needed. This position will serve as the overall point of contact for any internal and external customer needs, questions or concerns, related to equipment upgrades, outages, updates, gateway and network issues on unclassified and classified systems.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Providing customer service and technical assistance to the end users on operation, use, and maintenance of mission essential network equipment and environment hardware
2. Providing tiered troubleshooting of IT systems and network equipment using network schematics, diagrams, and other documentation
3. Planning and directing day to day data center network operations
4. Maintaining data center infrastructure and material condition of program hardware
5. Maintaining / documenting proper inventories of operational and out of band equipment
6. Supporting network expansion/migration and related IT projects
7. Coordinating and executing the maintenance of keyed devices
8. Coordinating extranet equipment installations with enterprise and local communications facilities
9. Providing technical and administrative training to teammates and clients
10. Troubleshooting using system logs to diagnose communication issues
11. Performing all required operations in a secured facility
12. Monitor hardware/software logs, software events, user activity, resource access, and support network monitoring and intrusion detection
13. Provide overall onsite network support and maintenance of ALIS/ODIN internal networks
14. Firmware Upgrades on security devices
15. OS Upgrade

Job is initially offered as a 4x10B Tuesday-Friday second shift but must be willing to work varied shifts and flexible schedules to meet emergent customer mission requirements or operational needs.

What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Must have and retain DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, etc.)
2. Team Lead experience
3. Documented Network Administrator or Network Engineering experience in an enterprise/data center environment including hardware/appliances
4. Active DoD Secret clearance with a background investigation closure date within the last 5 years and be able to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access

Desired Skills:

1. Expertise with the OSI model with experience in Layer 2, and 3 Networking
2. Previous experience as a Network Admin on a Standard Operating Unit in the field
3. In depth Network and Security understanding for Fort Worth SOUs
4. Ability to trade off On Call responsibilities for technical issues related to Fort Worth ALIS F-35 Production
5. Certifications in the following Environments: Unix, MS-, NT-, X-Windows, Linux, CCNA
6. Demonstrated network administration skills, to include:
1. Ability to provide high-level network, systems administration and technology management
2. Development of Standard Operating Instruction and other training skills and training material development experience
3. Knowledge of spanning technology in switches
7. Experience working in military environment
8. Comfortable working with dynamic mission requirements
9. Familiarity with Lockheed Martin products and processes, to include the JSF ALIS network hardware and software
10. Prior leadership position and experience working in a matrixed functional environment
11. Ability to use network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) to assess network performance
12. Systems administration experience with servers and network installations/integrations
13. Have prior formal or informal team leadership experience
14. Extensive ops and troubleshooting experience with Unix, Linux, Windows operating systems and network hardware (e.g., Juniper/Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, and Net Optics taps)
15. Demonstrated ability to analyze intrusion detection system networks
16. Demonstrated experience installation of servers, routers, switches, and network taps in a business environment
17. Proven knowledge on Brocade switches and Netapp devices
18. Demonstrated experience with Watchguard Firewalls, Fortigate Firewalls and Sonicwall
19. Working knowledge of reading blueprints and wiring server racks
20. A willingness to work varied shifts and flexible schedules to meet customer mission requirements
21. Ability to accurately and quickly brief high level leadership on network status and problems while identifying a path forward
22. Demonstrated experience with Secure Socket Layer (SSL)/VPN

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know

1. Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
2. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
3. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
4. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Information Technology
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First