Enterprise Network Administrator

Trace Systems Enterprise Network Administrator I

US-SC-Shaw AFB

Job :  | Type:
Regular Full-Time | # of Openings: 1 | Category:
Information Technology

Enterprise Network Administrator I – Shaw AFB – This position is pending contract award. Trace Systems is seeking a dynamic administrator to support the AFCENT Combined Air Operations Center (CAOC) contract at Shaw AFB. This role offers the opportunity to design, oversee, and guide efforts to install, operate, maintain, administer, and manage Enterprise and AOC Weapons System network infrastructure and systems to ensure services are operational and available with minimal interruption.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a mission‑critical environment, this opportunity is for you!

• Communications Security (COMSEC) Support:
  Provide cryptographic equipment/COMSEC support, install, configure, operate, and maintain encryption devices; perform hardware, software or firmware upgrades; load, rekey, and remotely manage encryption devices; manage COMSEC material in accordance with AFMAN 17-1302-O.
• Tier 2 technical support:
  Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve complex network, client, and end‑user connectivity issues escalated by Tier 1 staff.
• Add/remove client devices (e.g., PCs, Thin Clients, VoIPs, VoSIPs, VTCs, DVTCs, peripherals) from networks.
• Operate and maintain Cisco Unified Communications Manager, implement changes, and manage DHCP reservations.
• Update and patch network equipment, firmware, and software to ensure configuration and cybersecurity compliance.
• Operate and maintain access control systems and configure MAC address authentication.
• Administer network administrative accounts and access.
• Operate and maintain network monitoring and analysis tools; detect, analyze, and resolve network infrastructure problems.
• Monitor and control network performance, utilization, and capacity for optimal performance, availability, serviceability, and recoverability; report vulnerabilities or deficiencies.
• Evaluate current infrastructure, research technologies/solutions, and provide hardware/software upgrade and replacement recommendations for end‑of‑life or end‑of‑support COTS products.
• Track and manage COTS licenses, warranties, service level agreement renewals for network equipment and software.
• Support interior existing and new network cabling/wiring infrastructure (fiber and copper); install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and replace cabling/wiring; label patch panels per TIA/EIA and local standards.
• Assist with circuit actions: prepare and coordinate service requests, engineering, installation, testing, acceptance, or removal of circuits per Telecommunications Service Orders; maintain circuit documentation and historical records.
• Set up, tear down, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain deployable communications suites (e.g., ECKs).
• Update and maintain network configuration and connectivity drawings, diagrams, engineering and installation documentation; publish semi‑annually.
• Develop and submit an Enterprise Networks Monthly Status Report.
• Manage, guide, and train other Network Administrators and support personnel to ensure effective delivery and operation of enterprise network capabilities.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Active, in‑scope US Government issued Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship is required.
• DoDM 8140 IAT Level 2 (Security+) or higher.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent certification.

• Associate's degree in Computer Science or Networking; or 2+ years of networking experience.

Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.