Network Administrator Advisor with TS/SCI

Overview

• This administrator will be part of a multi-functional team providing engineering and operational support for all systems that comprise the United States Army Intelligence and Security Command's (INSCOM) security perimeter architecture and network DMZs.
• Functional tasks include system engineering, operation and support of The F5 Layer 7 Application Delivery platform, Next-generation Firewalls, Intrusion and Prevention Systems as required by DOD and Army policy, as well as INSCOM operational requirements.
• Document all task accomplishments in Remedy ITSM, technical SOPs and/or other technical sources and work with the various established IT support elements, and Application Development teams to coordinate resolutions to complex IT issues and requirements.
• Standard administrative tasks include individual time, timesheet, leave, and training completion; performance management; compliance with customer organization and company standards; performing other tasks as assigned and demonstrating proficiency, accuracy and attention to detail in assigned duties.
• Works under the supervision of the CIOG6 and in direct support of government and contractor staff.
• Troubleshoots all aspects of the Application Delivery architecture effectively and understands the overall configuration, logic flow, and component integration with other systems within the architecture.

• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification requirements.
• One of the following Computing Environment Certifications:
  • CCNP
  • CCDE
  • Brocade Certified Ethernet Fabric IP Master
  • Brocade Certified IP Master
  • F5 Certified Solution Expert,
  • Juniper Networks Certified Design Specialist - Security Design
  • Juniper Networks Certified Design Specialist - Security Design
  • VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Network Virtualization Deployment

• Must meet one of the following combinations:
  • HS/GED + 10 years
  • Associates Degree + 8 years
  • Bachelor's Degree + 6 years
  • Master's Degree + 4 years
  • PhD + 2 years
• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP based networking components and logic
• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP based web application logic
• Advanced knowledge of flow-aware security devices such as firewalls and layer 7 proxies
• Should have good understanding of Linux shell operation
• Working knowledge of virtual private networks and IP routing
• Knowledge of networking concepts such as TCP/IP and other communication protocols and services: DNS, SNMP, HTTP, SSL/TLS, LDAPS, OCSP, IPSEC, SSH, Kerberos
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to efficiently prioritize and organize competing work demands with little oversight.
• Strong working knowledge of Internet networking technologies and principals including TCP/IP and TCP/IP based services and applications.
• Proven ability to absorb, master and leverage emerging technologies.
• General working knowledge of Microsoft web platforms and technologies including IIS and SharePoint.
• Proven ability to work in both a team environment and independently
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem solving abilities.
• Strong time and attention management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Technical diagramming (Visio) and documentation capabilities (Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent documentation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of DISA's Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS) for systems and applications.
• F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator
• F5 Certified Technology Specialist
• High-level problem-solving skills for complex systems.
• Detail-oriented and possesses the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Working ability to provide incident and after action reports and analysis
• Advanced understanding of security architectures and computer networks (LANs, net connections and IP) including common ports and protocols used by enterprise applications.
• Working knowledge and use of the windows command prompt; ability to conduct standard troubleshooting activities with the command prompt.
• Knowledge of planning, design, implementation, maintenance, and operation of all aspects of:
  • Layer 7 Application Delivery Controllers and Proxies
  • Next Generation Firewalls
  • Proxies
  • Intrusion and Prevention Systems
  • Network switches and routers
  • Network access (TACACS+, AD), monitoring (SNMP, Netflow), and logging (Syslog, Splunk)

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• 15 days of personal leave plus paid federal holidays
• Professional development and training assistance