Network Administrator, Senior Analyst, Tucson, AZ ONSITE

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-928 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ MULTI PURPOSE FAC 928

Position:
Onsite

Join a high impact team as a Network Administrator (P2) to ensure the smooth operation of classified network infrastructure at our Raytheon/RTX locations. The installation, maintenance, support, and monitoring of the network infrastructure will be performed. Candidate must have solid background supporting networks and an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

• Maintain smooth operation of voice and data networks. Plan, evaluate, coordinate, and perform installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
• Develop technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, encryptors, etc.
• Work with network management software platforms.
• Propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings and align with future requirements factoring in redundancy and required network uptime.
• Prepare or ensure that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions, technical diagrams, and other documentation. Where no documentation exists, assist in developing documentation.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
• Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support.
• Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
• Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.

• Apply your Network Engineering skills to defense-oriented programs.
• Obtain Security+ certification within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is highly desired within a year.

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is highly desired within a year.
• Experience with Cisco ISE, 802.1X, Solar Winds, and setting up client server environments for government networks.
• Experience with current cabling and fiber standards.
• Experience with access control list, security posture, and vendor best practices.
• Experience with Visio diagramming and design capabilities.
• 1-2 years of experience with network management software.
• Willingness and availability to travel domestically as needed.
• Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of encryption devices.
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communications.
• Experience with platforms such as IP telephony, NTP servers, Gem One, and Solar Winds.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
• Current DoD Top Secret level security clearance.

This role will provide relocation support if the selected applicant qualifies per company policy.

This position requires an active and current U.S. Secret security clearance. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the U.S. Department of State government website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..htm

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.