Network Admin Sr - Hybrid

Highlights:

• Why Join Our Team: This role contributes to a thrilling mission at the FBI's CJIS, offering candidates the chance to learn from top industry professionals and develop valuable skills and expertise that can be beneficial across various fields.
• About the Team and Work Environment: The team at the FBI's CJIS includes both government employees and contract staff from various companies. This blend fosters collaboration and innovation, as each member brings unique perspectives and experiences to the table.
• What Makes This Position Unique: This position is unique because it allows you to work on a dynamic team engaged in high-visibility projects. You'll have the chance to learn from top professionals in the industry, enhancing your personal and professional growth.

• Skills You Will Acquire: If the candidate accepts this position, they will acquire skills in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), specifically tailored for a large government organization.

Typical Day:

Typical day entails working with a large team to operate and maintain the FBI's CJIS IT infrastructure using the SAFe methodology

Tasks:

• Maintain computer networks and systems including software, mainframes, VPNs, routers, and other physical hardware.
• Install and configure network equipment to update or fix hardware or software issues.
• Update virus protection software to keep data and communications protected.
• Monitor computer systems to improve network performance for computer systems and networks.
• Communicate networking issues to other employees and management, especially in training new users.
• Fix software and hardware configuration issues for users on-demand or from inspection of the systems.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and operational procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues quickly to minimize downtime

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network administration.
• Knowledge of network protocols, standards, and devices (e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet, LAN, WAN, VPN).
• Familiar with network security principles and practices (e.g., firewall configuration).
• Knowledgeable with network operating systems (e.g., Windows Server) and management tools (e.g., Cisco IOS).
• Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, and SAFe.

Desired Qualifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Position Type Shift Information:

• 8:00am-4:30pm

US Citizenship: US citizenship required

Clearance: Current Top Secret Clearance Required

Location: Local with on-site support as needed (Clarksburg, WV)

Ideal Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Bachelors of Computer Science (preferred)

Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, and SAFe. (required)
Knowledgeable with network operating systems (e.g., Windows Server) and management tools (e.g., Cisco IOS). (required)
Familiar with network security principles and practices (e.g., firewall configuration). (required)
Knowledge of network protocols, standards, and devices (e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet, LAN, WAN, VPN). (required)
5 years: Experience in network administration. (required)

Cisco Cert Network Assoc (preferred)