Network Administrator

As the Network Administrator, you will design and plan network communications systems. You will provide specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. Provides specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements. Conducts testing of network design. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. Evaluates and reports on new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network.

Location: Primary work location: Amman, Jordan. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to maintain operating efficiency.

• Writes or modifies basic scripts to resolve performance problems and automate systems administration tasks.

• Manages and supports secure Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

• Performs or assists in troubleshooting and diagnosing production problems; corrects identified problems.

• Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts.

• Provides monitoring and primary response and intervention for information technology related security incidents and violations.

Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in Information Technology (military experience as a network admin or system admin can substitute for the Associates degree).

• 5 years network administration experience.

• 3 years system administration experience

• Experience with MS Windows Server 2012, Exchange Server 2016, and Active Directory.

Additional Requirements:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or CompTIA Network+ (must provide copy of certification).

• Demonstrate competence with the following protocols and technologies: Routing protocols (BGP, BGP VPNv4, EIGRP OSPF, MPLS and VRF) and Multicast protocols (PIM, MSDP and MBGP). Switching protocols (spanning tree, MISTP, PVST, RPVST+, VTP, MAB, VLAN and private VLAN). DMVPN technologies (NHRP phase 3, per tunnel QOS, IKE, IPSEC, EZVPN and site-to-site VPN).

• Medically/Physically fit for deployment with U.S. Military Forces Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS), under the provisions of USCENTCOM Medical Standards.

• Possess a valid and current U.S. Passport and Driver’s License.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with VMWare

• Prior military experience and/or experience supporting military forces in Iraq and/or Afghanistan

• CCNA

• CCNP

• MCTS

• MCITP

• CompTIA Security+ 

Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI