Supports LAN/WAN infrastructure across a DoD medical network campus at Altus AFB. Responsibilities include daily operational support, troubleshooting OSI Layers 1–3 issues, maintaining switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, and cabling, resolving routing and network problems, and implementing hardware and software upgrades. The role requires an active Secret clearance, Security+ CE certification, technical education and relevant experience, and familiarity with DoD information assurance requirements.
Description
Quantum Sky is searching for a Network Specialist to support our NE&S contract at Altus AFB, OK. 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
Compensation:
- Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $80,000-$85,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Benefits:
- Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.
The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it.
At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky?
Quantum Sky Engineering LLC 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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.
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