IT Network Administrator

IT Network Admin
Network Admin, Senior
Hill Air Force Base
Ogden, UT

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a qualified Information System Security Officer in support of the Aerospace Dominance Enabler Division at Eglin Air Force Base in Niceville, FL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Contractor shall provide Network Administrator personnel to support the Unclassified /Classified Local Area Network (LAN) and shall work in conjunction with existing military and civilian work forces. This role will provide support predominantly for command and control (C2) but will also provide a venue for classified communications for product teams to outline sensitive requirements, designs, shortfalls and systems specific to the customer and the warfighter. Secure communications are vital to accomplish the weapon system sustainment mission. The performance of this work encompasses the entire range of IT network support required by AFPEO Weapons and Battle Management.

• Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Provide support on system administration of network, web, and/or communication systems, including Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) systems, i.e., Unclassified /Classified), to include but not limited to network security on unclassified and classified systems, i.e., command and control systems
• Provides a venue for classified communications for product teams to outline sensitive requirements, designs, shortfalls and systems specific to the customer and the warfighter
• Assist with assessment, development, implementation, management, maintenance and administration of the Local Area Network (LAN), Electronic Messaging Service, Telecommunications Infrastructure (phones, voicemail, videoconferencing), and other Government-required information technology services
• Assist with development of web-based Information Technology Equipment (ITE) Management, Portal Applications and other custom Government software applications
• Perform Virtual Machine Ware (VM Ware) server administration, including high availability server solutions
• Provide help desk management functions, to include serving as a customer support specialist for technology networks, computer capabilities, managing IT trouble tickets, and assisting with customer access to Continuous Acquisition and Life-Cycle Support applications, e.g., System Program Office Management Information System, ABSS, CAS, Contractor Performance Assessment Report System (CPARs), Joint Computer-Aided Acquisition and Logistic Support, Joint Engineering Data Management Information and Control Systems, Defense Security Assistance Management System), and other future spiral developments or custom standardized Government software applications
• Assist with installation of Communications cabling services to include installation of Cat 5 Cabling, Fiber cable installation, terminal ends, etc.
• Develop and produce documentation and artifacts required to certify unclassified and classified network systems; maintain, manage, and assist with development of documentation required for DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) or Risk Management Framework (RMF) certification for Unclassified, Classified and higher infrastructure
• Review proposed new computer systems, networks, and commercial software designs for potential security risks, as well as user interface
• Resolve integration issues related to the implementation of new systems with the existing infrastructure and monitoring new or emerging technologies and software to assist in the identification of the most effective approach or methodology to be applied to the Division computer systems & network
• Advise government decision makers on computer systems' security shortfalls and areas needing improvement or modification
• Perform systems analysis of project tracking systems
• Provide support of IT and/or communications systems/functions managed and maintained by the Branch and Division - network infrastructure, wireless systems, and voice systems
• Plan, coordinate, install government furnish computers systems, and continuously analyzes IT system design, hardware and software
• Develop, recommend, and install solutions and upgrades to ensure availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of all components of the Branch and Division's computers and network
• Conduct in-depth analyses of system usage, user complaints, traffic interruptions, hardware and software

Education andExperience:
Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• • • Master's degree and ten (10) years of directly related experience, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.
    • Bachelor's degree, and twelve (12) years of directly related experience, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.
    • OR fifteen (15) years of directly related experience, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD.
    • DoD 8570 compliant IAT Level I or II certification, and includes certifications such as: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Cloud+, Security Leadership Certification (GSLC) is required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) 362-6551.