Network Engineer​/Systems Administrator

Job Overview

SAIC is looking for a Spacecraft Command and Control Scheduler and Network Engineer / Systems Administrator to coordinate and manage end‑to‑end architecture by scheduling assets, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting networking equipment, servers, and processing systems. End‑to‑end events will support testing, development, training, exercises, and real‑world operations. This position is a direct interface with all users and sister agencies, tabulating requirements, spotting trends, and developing usage metrics as needed by customers for mission execution.

• Plan and execute space and ground segment schedules coordinating with other intelligence organizations.
• Monitor signal processor product generation ensuring flow of time‑critical data.
• Monitor and update all components of computer network software including software licenses, software version updates, and anti‑virus software as required.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, switches, and servers in an operational environment.
• Troubleshoot network hardware issues.
• Responsible for network administration, fault detection, and fault isolation services, network traffic monitoring, and minimizing potential security threats.
• Document network problems, outages, and solutions, prioritizing fixes and assessing current and future impact of issues.
• Monitor and generate data analytics focused on improving network throughput performance.
• Communicate scheduling and networking issues to internal team and Government Lead.
• Provide documentation and technical specifications to leadership for planning and implementing updates to end‑to‑end scheduling and networking software and hardware.
• Support development organization with the integration of network hardware, software, cybersecurity upgrades, and recap efforts for networks and systems operating at various classification levels.
• Train and educate new users.
• Occasional on‑call work (nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Occasional travel required.
• Must have excellent speaking, listening, and written communication skills.
• Team oriented and customer focused attitude is critical due to multiple networking locations and varied U.S. Government end users.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field with 5+ years of experience desired.
• Relevant years of experience in CS/IT field may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
• Database, network administration, or system administration experience is preferred.
• Ability to solve problems and think critically, sometimes independent of significant experience or documentation of the problem area.
• DOD 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification is desired. If candidate does not have IAT Level II certification, they must obtain IAT Level II certification within 3 months of hire.
• Examples of IAT cert: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, or SSCPy.
• Working knowledge of Linux Redhat Enterprise, Microsoft Server network protocols, Palo Alto Firewalls, and Dell Server Configuration are desired.
• Must work well within team environment but accomplish tasks independently with little to no impact on other teammates’ tasks.
• Document best practices, troubleshooting guides, and maintenance activities.
• Project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal/briefing skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AURORA, CO, United States