Associate Network Administrator (WAN)

SOSi; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is seeking an Associate Network Administrator in Fort Huachuca, Arizona. This role involves supporting the WAN infrastructure, ensuring operations are secure and reliable. Candidates must have an active SECRET clearance and relevant technical experience. Responsibilities include administration, troubleshooting, and developing policies. Certification requirements include IAT II or equivalent, making this an ideal position for skilled professionals in network management.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET clearance or ability to obtain it.
• Minimum technical experience of 2 years.
• IAT II certification such as CCNA or Security+ CE.

Responsibilities

• Administer and operate the WAN perimeter.
• Ensure security procedures are enforced.
• Troubleshoot WAN problems.
• Develop and maintain telecommunications systems.
• Implement WAN policies and standards.

Skills

Active in scope SECRET clearance

Technical experience

IAT II certification

CEH or equivalent

Education

HS + 2 years or AA/AS or BS/BA

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Associate Network Administrator (WAN) role at SOSi in Fort Huachuca. This position supports the Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure for a mission-critical environment, ensuring reliable and secure operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain responsibility for administration and day-to-day operation of the organization's WAN perimeter and critical infrastructure assets.
• Ensure security procedures are implemented and enforced.
• Install network software.
• Evaluate, develop and maintain telecommunications systems.
• Troubleshoot WAN problems.
• Support patching and system hardening through STIG application.
• Develop, update, and provide evidence for POAM maintenance and resolutions for all team-controlled assets identified with an open security vulnerability requiring mitigation.
• Establish and implement WAN policies, procedures, and standards and ensure conformance with information systems and organization objectives.
• Follow ITIL best practices to manage tickets and processes.
• Develop and/or maintain SOPs, TTPs, and SmartBooks associated with current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• Participate in special projects as required.

Qualifications

• Active in scope SECRET clearance with T5 investigation or the ability to obtain Interim SECRET T5 eligibility.
• HS + 2 years of similar technical experience or AA/AS or BS/BA.
• An IAT II certification (CCNA, CND, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP) or higher is required.
• CEH or equivalent within 60 days.

Preferred Qualifications

• ITIL Foundation Certification.
• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or weekends (if applicable).

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.