IT Specialist - Millington, TN

Global Business Solutions, Inc., established in 1995, offers customers a distinctive blend of information technology capabilities, education and training services, and information assurance solutions. Managed by a team of executive leaders experienced in the field of information technology and training services within the industry and government, GBSI prides itself on exceeding expectations. Our award-winning solutions give clients the support tools needed to successfully deliver in evolving environments with confidence.

Role and Responsibilities
The IT Specialist  will perform network administration and information assurance tasks; and support the Navy and Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) Extended Demilitarized Zone (eDMZ) and its associated peripherals.

Primary Objectives of the IT Specialist (EDMZ)
•    Network administration duties will involve device configurations, applying IOS updates, patching, and hardening devices; configuration of new networks requires connection of IBM BladeCenter chassis to Storage Area Network (SAN);
•    Designs and documents Network configurations in Microsoft Visio; complies with Configuration Management processes and policies;
•    Configures devices, software and firewalls;
•    Maintains, develops, and implements interfaces;
•    Assists in the design, development, implementation, testing, operation, maintenance, and administration of  Local Area Network/Wide Area Networks ( LAN/WAN);
•    Assists in the installation of  hardware; provides troubleshooting and trouble call support;
•    Ensures network security, to include security upgrades
•    Maintains and backs up files; and maintains electronic mail system.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science with a focus on Information Assurance or a related field preferred with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience or eight (8) years’ experience in network system support and information assurance in lieu of Degree;
•    Ability to obtain and maintain a government background check;
•    Required to have IA certification category and level documented in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System;
•    Familiarity with DoN and DoD IA Policy 8570.1-M and willing to participate in IA awareness training;
•    Ability to obtain and maintain required certification(s) for IAT Level II (GSEC, Security+, or SSCP) in compliance with DoD Directive 8570.1-M;
•    Experience with Extended Demilitarized Zone (eDMZ);
•    Familiarization with the Department of the Navy and the Department of Defense Information Assurance Directives;
•    Must be willing and able to work odd and irregular hours when required.
Along with a resume, qualified applicants should detail experience with:

• Cisco
  
• VMWare
  
• Windows Server

GBSI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation or belief.  This equal opportunity applies to every area of employment at GBSI, including recruitment, hiring, training, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, and benefits. We continue to affirm our commitment to an inclusive workplace through Affirmative Action Plans that address employment opportunities for qualified women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Our policies prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation or belief. It is important that employees and applicants trust that they can address a concern of discrimination or harassment without retribution. GBSI will not tolerate retaliation against an individual who reports, opposes, or participates in an investigation of discriminating or harassment that violates GBSI policies.

GBSI invites any employee or any applicant for employment to review GBSI’s written Affirmative Action program, absent the data metrics required by §60-741.44(k).   The AAP is available for inspection upon request during the hours of 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday in the Human Resources department.  Any questions should be directed to Sheila D. Dyer, GBSI’s EEO Administrator.
No part of this Position Description or of any other shall be construed as an employment contract.  Employment with GBSI is at will and constrained by both the laws of the State of Florida and those of the state wherein the employee performs services for the company.