Network Administrator​/Architect

Location: Amarillo, TX - Pantex Plant

Job Title: Network Administrator/Architect

Career Level From: Senior Associate

Career Level To: Specialist

Organization: Network Architecture/Administr )

Job Specialty: Network Administration

As a Network Administrator/Architect, you will be integral to a national security mission focused on maintaining the safety, security, and effectiveness of the United States nuclear weapons stockpile. Operating within the Network Operations team of the Information Technology (IT) organization, this role involves designing, implementing, and managing complex network architectures, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. Provide technical leadership in design, implementation and management of a secure network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and encryptors.

This position requires a professional capable of both strategic architectural planning and providing senior-level guidance for hands-on operational support.

• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including policy management.
• Design, deploy, manage and troubleshoot robust Cisco switching and routing environments, encompassing core, distribution, and access layers.
• Manage and optimize Cisco VoIP Systems, including call managers, gateways, and IP phones, ensuring high-quality communication services.
• Manage and administer Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for comprehensive network access control, policy enforcement, guest services, and device profiling.
• Manage and maintain Cisco wireless network infrastructure, including access points and controllers.
• Monitor network performance, analyze traffic patterns, and identify and resolve network issues proactively.
• Proactively monitor, and update the network components operating system, strictly adhering to stringent cybersecurity requirements, vulnerability management protocols, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedural guides.
• Provide essential after-hours support for critical emergencies and execute planned weekend maintenance activities, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to continuous system uptime.
• Evaluate emerging networking technologies and solutions, providing strategic recommendations to enhance security, efficiency, and scalability of integrated enterprise-wide systems.
• Collaborate closely with the IT Project Management Organization and the Chief Technology Office to meticulously plan, execute, and deliver complex technology solutions on schedule and within scope, aligning with strategic IT initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline:
  Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• OR Master's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline.
• OR applicants without a bachelor's degree may be considered based on a combination of at least 10 years of completed education and/or relevant experience.

• Not Applicable

The ideal candidate will possess a robust technical aptitude and a proven track record in Network system administration, demonstrated by the following core competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum of six years of relevant experience or a Master's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Network design - In-depth knowledge and experience in the design and implementation of network software and hardware.
• Network security - Advanced understanding of how to deliver secure applications and environments. Stays current on trends in IT vulnerabilities and counter measures. Maintains security protections across all networked switches, routers, etc.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers and technical personnel across various departments and organizations.
• Ability to clearly and effectively present complex technical and operational information both verbally and in writing, solve intricate technical problems, and maintain vigilance regarding changes that may impact system security and operational integrity.
• Candidate must have in-depth, demonstrated technical experience in the following areas:
  • Experience with Cisco Switches / Routers
  • Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Experience with Cisco ASA / Fire Power
  • Experience with Cisco VoIP
  • Experience with Cisco ISE
  • Experience with Cisco Wireless
  • Experience with programming/scripting languages such as Perl or Python.

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