Position Title: Network Operations Specialist (ESNO)
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Clearance required: Secret minimum (Tier 3 / T3R); Top Secret / SCI eligible (Tier 5 / T5R) required to administer classified systems or networks or for critical- or special-sensitive duties.
Scope of Work: Monitors and manages day-to-day operations of all ATEC networks (NIPRNET, SIPRNET, DREN, SDREN, and test enclaves), sustaining 99.9% network availability during core hours and performing proactive fault detection and network engineering.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Proactively monitor network operations and deploy changes under ATEC change control and configuration management policy
- Manage and troubleshoot hubs, switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, long-haul circuits, VPN, and intranet and internet services
- Detect and resolve at least 80% of network component failures before a user-reported ticket, sustaining 99.9% availability
- Configure and manage Software Defined Access, DNA, Identity Services Engine, TCP/IP, VLANs, VRFs, and automation tools
- Support indoor and outdoor plant infrastructure, including work in manholes, bucket trucks, and with telephone poles
- Develop engineering solution packages for capacity upgrades and new technology deployments
- High school diploma or equivalent (minimum)
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English proficiently
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software
- Active Secret clearance; Top Secret / SCI eligibility (Tier 5 / T5R) required for administering classified networks
- DoD 8140 / 8570.01-M baseline certification appropriate to the assigned work role and level, held prior to performance, with the required computing environment (CE) certification obtained within six (6) months of appointment.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- U.S. citizenship
- Proficiency in spoken, written, and understood English
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software
- Active Secret security clearance
- Top Secret / SCI eligibility, Tier 5 / T5R, for classified network administration or critical- and special-sensitive duties
- DoD 8140 / 8570.01-M baseline certification appropriate to the assigned work role and level before performance
- Required computing environment certification within six months of appointment
What We Do
We are a provider of Information Technology (IT) professional services, software solutions and professional development training. Our core competencies evolved from leveraging IT enablers for knowledge management with an emphasis on Web Based Knowledge Portals and Portal Services, Server/System Services, SharePoint Development and System Administration and SQL Server Services. Our capabilities have expanded to include software development, technical training support and field support services. Our Mission Combine technical expertise, innovative approaches, and operational experience to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. Our Vision A corporate family driven to lead globally with innovative vision, flawless execution, continuous adaptability and a profound appreciation for the missions we serve. Guiding Principles Satisfy the customer – “Exceed expectations” Set the Example – “Be out front” Be Responsive – “Timing is everything” Persevere – “Find a way” Please also visit PTP Talent Acquisition on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/ptptalentacquisition
