Network Administrator II at SARA in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

This position is not eligible for remote work or company relocation incentives.

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems; partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions… that work.

SARA is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and experienced Network Engineer to support activities onsite out of our Colorado Springs location, supporting our organization in Colorado Springs and Cypress, CA. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn to support our talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs supporting our customers.

The primary function of this role is to serve as a Network Engineer for the Corporate IT department. The selectee will maintain all corporate networks using industry best practices for both functionality and security. The selectee will work with the company IT Operations Lead and IT Network Architect to ensure both optimal functionality of networks, appliances, and systems along with compliance for both the unclassified corporate computer systems/networks and the classified computer systems/networks in accordance with US Government standards (such as CMMC, ICD 503, JSIG, DoD RMF, DAAPM, NISPOM, NIST 800 family and CNSSI 1253).

This individual will be required to perform network operational tasks, improve network performance, help with architecture and planning of network growth, maintain security documentation, assist in security violation investigations, and assist with other aspects of operations and security as required. All job functions will be performed in a Cisco, Windows, and Linux/Unix environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Corporate Network Engineer, responsible for network operations
• Management of configurations and operations of all core infrastructure network systems (Cisco)
• Monitoring of core infrastructure network systems on a daily/weekly basis
• Rapid response capabilities to identify any security or usability concerns
• Perform network systems maintenance tasks such as patching and hardening efforts to complement production schedules
• Perform infrastructure analysis to determine customer requirements for new and existing systems and services based on business needs and practices
• Provide technical and procedural network operational advice to government and industrial teams
• Assist the ISSE with technical inspections to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses and ensure that all security feature applied to systems or networks are operational
• Assist the ISSE with day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring of IS, including security event log review and analysis.
• Provide end user technical support for network related issues and other relevant requests
• Provide escalation support to Service Desk Technicians

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or equivalent discipline or equivalent industry experience
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• US Citizenship with Top Secret, security clearance (Active)
• Experience installing, managing, and maintaining Cisco Enterprise Infrastructure: ISR Routers, Nexus Switches, Catalyst Switches, and Wireless LAN Controllers
• Experience managing Cisco Collaboration Applications including Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Cisco Unity Connection (CUC), and Cisco Emergency Responder (CER)
• Experience installing, managing, and maintaining Palo Alto Firewalls
• Experience with VMware vSphere virtual networking or similar Virtual/Hyperconvergence technologies
• Strong written, spoken, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical critical thinking skills to ensure proper continuity in classified environment ensuring security implementation meets government requirements
• May require moderate physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated, moderate physical hazards may exist

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
• A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Tuition & certification reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Discretionary Employee bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay Range:

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $110,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees.

Application Deadline: October 3, 2024

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers– no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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Salary:

$85,000.00

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