Network Administrator

Job Description The NA shall evaluate moderately complex networks to identify and reconcile all obstacles to the network's optimum performance. The NA shall conduct site surveys alone, or as a team member and employs knowledge gained to

configure and/or recommend the configuration of networks. The NA shall research and evaluate network technologies and Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) in the course of assessing the currency of the networks. The NA shall employ the research and evaluation results to produce actionable recommendations for changes that, when

executed, ensure that the networks remain current with leading industry standards. The NA shall design and plan moderately complex network systems and recommends resources required to maintain planned service levels. The NA shall demonstrate proficiency with communicating network architectures through the production of clear network diagrams. The NA shall direct the execution of projects of limited complexity. The NA shall plan and conduct relevant feasibility studies and produces initial drafts of related technical standards. The NA shall resolve moderately

complex network problems. The NA shall establish and meet established work-product deliverable deadlines. The NA shall support the unit with other duties as assigned within the scope of work.Required Education, Experience, & Skills A relevant industry certification, such as COMPTIA Network+, Cisco

Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), etc.

Configured and managed products from major networking equipment and

firewall vendors

Expertise in the maintenance of networking Layer 2 and Layer 3 devices and

policies

Use of automated methods to deploy and maintain switches and firewalls

Experience maintaining firewall appliances and firewall rules

Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and support changes to network

including cable infrastructure, network monitoring software, firmware and

hardware.

Evaluation and testing of network equipment

Maintenance of network systems and equipmentPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills Preferred Skills are also provided below

a. (U) Expertise with Network device QoS policies

b. (U) Ability to produce detailed documentation and procedures for all solutions

c. (U) Analysis of network and network equipment performance

d. (U) Integration of network device and SMB protocols with Software Defined

Storage technologies such as but not limited to RDMA

e. (U) Experience with Cloud technologies and interconnecting existing systems into

the cloud

f. (U) Monitoring of network and other communication equipment

g. (U) Ability to train to peers and users on topics within expertise

h. (U) Development, implementation, and testing of changes to communication

networks

i. (U) Resolution of interoperability problems within and between networks

j. (U) Analysis of traffic information used to justify network optimization and

reconfiguration

k. (U) Ability to provide technical assistance, training and system documentation for

users

l. (U) Experience configuring and maintaining Taclane devices

m. (U) Experience with Watchguard, Arista,and Netgear product lines

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Technology,

Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and four (4) years of experience in

monitoring, managing, and administering internet protocol (IP) networks in a production

environment or in lieu of education eight (8) years of experience. If utilizing in lieu of

education, all experience must be at or above the position level described above.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.