Network Specialist
Full-time
Location: San Diego, CA
Veterans First Initiative, LLC (VFI) is a U.S. Government Contractor and IT Services Integrator that delivers Network, Unified Communications, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity Engineering and Infrastructure Solutions on a global scale. VFI is certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
VFI is searching for a Network Specialist to support the NE&S contract at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA. The Network Specialist ensures that the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Health Agency (DHA) LAN/WAN provides all required services, by supporting the network infrastructure with on-site troubleshooting and problem resolution.
Responsibilities:
- Provides daily operational support for the LAN core and edge switches across the medical network campus
- Resolves technical issues associated with network and routing protocols at all levels of the OSI model utilizing diagnostic and network administration tools
- Provides overall network infrastructure support to routing and switching equipment, firewalls, and associated cabling
- Plans, installs, and supports hardware and software upgrades, and resolves associated technical issues
Required:
- Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3, to include TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, and EIA/TIA cable standards
- Must be familiar with firewall and VPN technologies
- Strong network experience maintaining switches and routers, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problems
- Good knowledge of general security methodologies
- Must have strong oral and written communications skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering or related technical discipline and 3 years related experience, or;
- Completion of certification program at a technical or vocational school and 8 years related experience
- Compliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 “Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management required
- Security+ CE certification required
- Current CCNA, or Juniper/Brocade equivalent, desired
- DoD and/or medical network experience preferred
Clearance:
- Active Secret Clearance or higher required
VFI offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, retirement plans with employer contributions, paid time off, holidays, opportunity for advancement, and a respectful and collaborative work environment.
VFI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3 and TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP
- Knowledge of routing protocols
- Familiarity with EIA/TIA cabling standards
- Familiarity with firewall and VPN technologies
- Experience maintaining switches and routers and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problems
- Good knowledge of general security methodologies
- Strong oral and written communications skills
- Bachelor's degree + 3 years related experience OR vocational certification + 8 years related experience
- Compliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 (Information Assurance Training/Certification)
- Security+ CE certification
- Current CCNA or Juniper/Brocade equivalent
- DoD and/or medical network experience
- Active Secret Clearance or higher
What We Do
Veterans First Initiative LLC (VFI) is a certified service-disabled veteran-owned small business based in Haymarket, Virginia. VFI acts as a government integrator and services contractor, providing strategic IT solutions, advanced telecommunications, and equipment maintenance services globally. The company specializes in providing flexible resources and expert personnel for program management, engineering, and mission support, primarily serving the United States Marine Corps and Navy.
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