Responsible for, the build, support, administration, and optimization of the network and associated systems software and hardware. Designs, deploys, and troubleshoots small-scale network deployments. Conducts routine tests to ensure operability and security of the network. Authorizes access to the active directory. Identifies network needs and capabilities from an end-user perspective. Troubleshoots intermediary network problems and escalates large-scale network issues appropriately.
- Installs and supports LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems.
- Installs, configures, manages and maintains network infrastructure devices as well as all related hardware and software.
- Identifies network needs and capabilities from an end-user perspective.
- Monitors network to maintain integrity and security.
- Assigns configuration of authentication and authorization of active directory network services.
- Maintains network facilities in individual machines, such as drivers and settings of personal computers as well as printers.
- Maintains network servers such as file servers, VPN gateways, intrusion detection systems.
- Designs, deploys, and troubleshoots small-scale to medium network deployments.
- Conducts appropriate tests to ensure the proper working condition and security of developed and purchased network systems.
- Monitors network performance and performs intermediary network restoration/recovery actions.
- Responsible for operations, configuration, and maintenance of telecommunications such as voice, video, and data transport and associated hardware.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field or equivalent relevant experience.
- Must possess a Secret Clearance.
- CompTIA Network+ and/or CCNA certification preferred.
- 2-5 years of experience in network administration.
Other Job Specific Skills- Maintains an up-to-date technical and practical knowledge and understanding of system testing and analysis.
- Maintains knowledge of backup/recovery practices.
- Experience with industry router configurations and switch configurations.
- Experience in the administration of a Microsoft Active Directory network environment.
- Knowledge of, and the ability to practically apply, necessary testing, practices and procedures.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills are required as well as strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Advanced diagnostic, problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong technical knowledge of network, security and storage infrastructure including: local area networks, wide area networks, wireless networking, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, WAN optimizers, endpoint security and encryption, proxy servers, digital certificates, data center management and cabling standards.
- Excellent troubleshooting abilities through the use of techniques and methods which will isolate and identify faulty components or configurations within a system so that services can be quickly restored to normal levels of operation.
- Experience in troubleshooting network connectivity (LAN, WAN and VPN).
Compensation RangesCompensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.
EEO RequirementsIt is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.
All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.
DisclaimerThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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