DataPath, Inc. is a global leader in remote satellite-based communications solutions that solve our customers’ toughest communications challenges in urgent time frames and under extreme conditions. We specialize in enabling complex communication networks that are critical to the operations of the Department of Defense, Civilian Government, and Commercial markets.
This position supports the U.S. Army Project Manager Tactical Network (PM TN) Global Field Service Representative (FSR) Support Services program. The program provides FSR support of communications for the Government primarily for operability and sustainment of the Tactical and Strategic antenna system such as the Deployable Ku Earth Terminal (DKET), Mobile DKET, Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR)/Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) Access Point (SNAP), United States Marine Corps (USMC) Support Wide Area Network (SWAN) and Commercialization efforts, Micro Very Small Aperture Terminal (mVSAT), VSAT, Inflatable Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Terminal (ISA) CJNCC NETOPS Multinational Information Sharing (MNIS) Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange System (CENTRIXS), Coalition Partner Network-X (CPN-X); and Combined Joint Task Force (CJTF)-OIR AO-wide Network, but are not limited to only these terminals and support.
Help Desk Technical Tier II Support personnel perform a wide range of activities and are responsible for the maintenance of computer hardware and software that comprises a computer network.
- Candidate must be prepared to live and work in the country of Bahrain.
- Candidate must be able to work up to 60 hours per week.
- Must be willing and able to work all shifts.
- Manage and maintain the WAN/LAN infrastructure.
- Provide support in the deployment and configuration of comprehensive routing and switching network designs.
- Monitor the network issues and outages in accordance with directives and guidelines escalating them based on severity levels.
- Troubleshoot, implement, and provide configuration of network hardware and software.
- Monitor and maintain, troubleshoot, and identify network devices’ source(s) of problems.
- Analyze functional problems and determine techniques/requirements feasible for expedited solutions.
- Apply best practices in compliance with DISA guidelines.
- Utilize network management tools (e.g., Solarwinds) to monitor, evaluate, and report health statistics of WAN/LAN.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot to restore technical service.
- Repair end-user software and hardware problems, including repairing user desktops, laptops, printers, multi-function devices (“all-in-one”), desk phones, and wireless devices (e.g. cell phones, and mobile Wi-Fi devices, etc.).
- Solve issues related to network access, network storage, email.
- Test and image desktops and laptops.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot Wi-Fi network and devices connected to Wi-Fi network.
- Provide Windows systems administration support, including support for multiple Windows OS variants, virtualization technologies, troubleshooting, and resolving issues.
- Diagnosis, operation, administration, configuration, and maintenance of the Remedy Trouble Ticket system.
- Update, maintain, and validate known error database.
- Accountable for administration of Remedy Action Request System solutions.
- Development, publication, and maintenance of statistical, management, and custom reports.
- Support Information Assurance by updating and maintaining content, classification, and protection of the organization’s Web sites as well as Access management.
- Participate in daily and weekly workplace meetings, as required.
- Abide by all corporate, Government, and local labor laws and regulations.
- Apply performance standards and quality control standards as directed by Standard Operating Procedures.
- Abide by all safety and security rules and regulations.
- Perform other duties related to the job position.
This position requires:
- US Citizenship
- US DOD Secret Clearance
- A valid current US Passport
Required Active Certifications – Must possess one (1) of the following certifications:
- CCNA-Security
- CySA+
- Security+CE
- GICSP
- GSEC
- CND
- SSCP
- Must maintain active certification throughout employment.
Additional Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.
- Minimum six (6) years of professional related work experience.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a military environment.
- Must possess work experience with current best practices in IT standard, principles (Information Technology Infrastructure Library {ITIL}), and security practices.
- Proficient in IP communications and packet analysis.
- Detailed knowledge of Central Authentication, Authorization and Accounting via Terminal Access Controller Access Control System (TACACS+).
- Must possess detailed knowledge of layer 3 technologies, such as HSRP, EIGRP, and BGP.
- Must possess detailed knowledge of layer 2 technologies, such as Rapid Spanning-Tree.
- Knowledge of end-to-end Quality of Service (QoS) and multicast design and implementation.
- Experience with and knowledge of Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE), Internet Protocol Security (IPSEC), and Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN) deployments and configurations.
- Must have detailed knowledge of access control lists and security practices.
- Knowledge and familiarity with Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS) based routers within the ASR 1000, 3900, 3800, and 2800 families; Cisco IOS based switches within the 6500, 4500, and 3750 families.
- Must possess network troubleshooting skills and knowledge of networks.
- Technical documentation skills are required.
- In lieu of a BS degree, must possess an Associate’s degree and seven (7) years of recent specialized experience.
- In lieu of any degree, must possess eleven (11) years of related specialized work experience.
- Effective interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
DataPath, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email [email protected].
If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected].
Skills Required
- US Citizenship
- Active US DOD Secret Clearance
- Valid current US Passport
- Must possess one of the following active certifications: CCNA-Security, CySA+, Security+CE, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP
- Maintain active certification throughout employment
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or alternative education/experience options listed)
- In lieu of BS: Associate's degree and seven (7) years recent specialized experience
- In lieu of any degree: eleven (11) years related specialized work experience
- Minimum six (6) years of professional related work experience
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a military environment
- Proficiency in ITIL and current security practices
- Proficient in IP communications and packet analysis
- Detailed knowledge of TACACS+
- Detailed knowledge of layer 3 technologies (HSRP, EIGRP, BGP)
- Detailed knowledge of layer 2 technologies (Rapid Spanning-Tree)
- Knowledge of end-to-end QoS and multicast design and implementation
- Experience with GRE, IPSEC, and DMVPN deployments and configurations
- Detailed knowledge of access control lists and security practices
- Familiarity with Cisco IOS routers (ASR 1000, 3900, 3800, 2800) and switches (6500, 4500, 3750)
- Network troubleshooting skills and technical documentation skills
- Experience administering and using Remedy (Action Request System), known error database, and reporting
- Experience using network management tools such as Solarwinds
- Windows systems administration experience across multiple Windows OS variants and virtualization technologies
- Ability to repair end-user hardware and peripherals (desktops, laptops, printers, phones, wireless devices)
- Willingness and ability to live and work in Bahrain
- Ability to work up to 60 hours per week and be available for all shifts
- Effective interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
What We Do
DataPath designs, manufactures and supports both custom and commercial off-the-shelf communications and IT products.
