Full-Time

Network Administrator Senior

Posted on 2/15/2025

General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$77.3k - $104.7kAnnually

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Fort Bragg, NC, USA

Onsite position; candidates must be willing to attain a CI Polygraph for certain positions.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Network Administration
IT & Security

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 10 + years of related experience
  • US Citizenship Required
  • Bachelor's Degree with 12 years of experience or Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II/8140 Computing Environment (CE) Certification as determined by the Program Manager is required prior to support on contract
  • IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification Security+ or equivalent
  • Computing Environment certification: CCNA or CCNA-Security
  • Top Secret/SCI clearance required
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the acquisition, installation, maintenance, and usage of the company’s local area network.
  • Studies contractor products to determine those which best meet company needs; assists in presentation of information to management resulting in purchase and installation of hardware, software, and telecommunication equipment.
  • Manages network performance and maintains network security.
  • Ensures that security procedures are implemented and enforced.
  • Installs all network software.
  • Evaluates, develops and maintains telecommunications systems.
  • Troubleshoots network problems.
  • Establishes and implements network policies, procedures and standards and ensures their conformance with information systems and company’s objectives.
  • Trains users on network operation.
  • Performs administration duties for networking hardware including routers, switches, hubs, gateways, access points, network interface cards, networking cables, network bridges, modems, ISDN adapters, firewalls and other related network hardware.
  • Must have firm grasp and knowledge of fiber and copper-based Ethernet technologies, capabilities and cabling and their connectivity to local and wide area networks.
  • Monitors and responds to hardware and software problems utilizing a variety of hardware and software testing tools and techniques.
  • Provides installation and operational support of voice and data communications hardware and software systems.
  • Designs, develops, implements, tests, debugs, and maintains communications systems.
  • Performs configuration of operating system and security patches for host and distributed systems and implements incident response procedures during incidents of a network or host security breach.
  • May provide leadership and direction to a team of specialists for these functions.
  • Reviews customer requirements and makes recommendations for changes to existing technical architecture.
  • Complies with prescribed customer, industry and agency standards.
Desired Qualifications
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in network troubleshooting and support
  • Comprehensive knowledge of routers, switches, patch panels, concentrators, associated terminals, and related network hardware and software
  • Comprehensive knowledge of desktop operating systems and applications

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels like submarines. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to enhance defense capabilities.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

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