Network Administrator

Brooksource; Alabama; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing, Utilities and Vehicle Provided

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K plan with company investment

Flexible Time Off Plan

Job summary

A fast-paced engineering company is seeking a Network Architect/Administrator to support USG architecture planning in Saudi Arabia. The role offers a tax-free salary ranging from $75,000 to $110,000 annually, plus benefits including housing and medical insurance. Candidates must possess a B.S. degree in Engineering or equivalent experience, and an active U.S. Secret security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• DoD 8570 IAT-II certification (e.g., Security+).
• At least 3 years of experience with the CENTCOM Partner Network.

Responsibilities

• Support USG architecture planning for a CENTCOM Partner Network.
• Procure, install and configure CPN client hardware/software.
• Provide operations support for CPN, Agile Client, and related networks.

Skills

Troubleshooting Microsoft OS

Experience with cryptographic encryptions

LAN/WAN convergence

Knowledge of TCP/IP networking

Ability to work independently

Experience with Cisco equipment

Network+ certification

Communication skills

Education

B.S. degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics

Tools

VMWare

Cisco networking

Windows Server 2012 R2

Job description

Brooksource is recruiting for our new client, a fast-paced warfighter focused engineering company in the DoD industry. They have 2 openings for Network Architect | Administrator to join their team, located in Saudi Arabia for the next 3 years. Relevant MOS may include: 1D7X3, 030, ISM, 0631, 0639, 25B, 25D, 25H, 25S, 25U, 26A, 26B, 26Z, 255N, 1D7X1A, 3D1X7, or 0621. This is a direct placement opportunity for U.S. Citizens; no contracts involved. In addition to a tax-free base salary, COLA and HDIP; housing, utilities and vehicle are provided.

Job Description

The Network Architect/Administrator position is responsible for providing support to USG architecture planning for a CENTCOM Partner Network (CPN) technical refresh and expansion; procurement, installation and configuration of CPN client hardware/software; procurement of CPN software licenses; installation and configuration of CPN related networks with associated communication security devices (COMSEC). The position will require operations support, maintenance, system administration, sustainment and training for CPN, Agile Client, and associated networked sites.

Compensation

Base Pay: Tax Free $75,000 - $110,000 annually plus COLA and Hazardous Duty (HDIP)

Job Type: Full-Time Salary / Exempt

• Housing, Utilities and Vehicle Provided. The only out of pocket expense expected for employees is eating out and groceries.
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K plan with generous company investment to help secure your financial future
• Paid Leave with our Flexible Time Off Plan, inclusive of holidays, vacation, personal leave, military obligations and parental needs

Required Qualifications

• Comfortable living in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the next 3 years.
• Current, unexpired U.S Passport.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• DoD 8570 IAT-II certification (e.g., Security+).
• B.S. degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics (additional training, technical certifications and/or experience may be substituted).
• At least 3 years of experience with the CENTCOM Partner Network and CENTRIX.
• 3 years of experience as a system manager/integrator in LAN/WAN convergence and related technologies.
• Experience in enterprise and campus-wide WAN/LAN infrastructures in allied military shore facilities, including Command & Control centers.
• Experience with information sharing tools (email, Web services, instant messaging, VOIP).
• Extensive experience with troubleshooting Microsoft OS (Windows 7/10), Windows Server 2012 R2, Active Directory, Microsoft Office, VMWare, and Cisco networking.
• Experience with cryptographic encryptions and COMSEC maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and communicate progress to leadership.
• Security+ and one Cisco certificate or Network+.

Preferred Qualifications

• One of the following MOS/AFSC: 1D7X3, 030, ISM, 0631, 0639, 25B, 25D, 25H, 25S, 25U, 26A, 26B, 26Z, 255N, 1D7X1A, 3D1X7, 0621.
• Remedy Help Desk, LAN/WAN troubleshooting, TCP/IP networking.
• Ability to perform physical tasks up to 40 lbs.
• Experience with enterprise image deployment (Norton Ghostcast, PXE).
• 3+ years System Administration of SEWS, GCCS, CPN, Cisco equipment, cryptography devices.
• Strong network transport and cybersecurity knowledge, VPNs (IPSEC, DMVPN, S2S, L3VPN, VPLS).
• Experience with routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, BGP and Cisco WAN/LAN equipment.
• SharePoint site design and administration experience.
• Six years of experience in technical specifications development and problem solving.

Equal Opportunity

Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or veteran status in accordance with applicable laws.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Government Relations Services, and Defense and Space Manufacturing