Network/System Administrator (Net/Sys Admin) III

$93,075 - $125,925/Yr

General Dynamics - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Colorado Springs, CO

10,001+ employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Network/System Administrator (Net/Sys Admin) III is responsible for organizing, installing, and supporting computer systems for government organizations, including local and wide area networks. This role involves technical support, network architecture, and participation in hardware and software procurement decisions. The position supports Special Access Programs (SAPs) for Department of Defense (DoD) agencies and requires a high level of technical competency in various platforms and cybersecurity operations.

Responsibilities

• Organize, install, and support computer systems including LANs and WANs.
• Provide technical support to computer users to resolve issues.
• Assist in the architecture, design, and analysis of network models.
• Participate in decisions regarding hardware and software procurement.
• Manage day-to-day operations of networks and implement cybersecurity capabilities.
• Assist during security assessments of servers and network devices.
• Create operational checklists and build Tactics, Techniques, and Processes (TTPs).
• Manage monitoring tools and create complex event alarms and reports.
• Execute cybersecurity operations procedures for network management.
• Monitor and analyze cybersecurity tools for security incidents.
• Work as part of a security incident response team as needed.
• Assist in the integration and development of new techniques to improve network security.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience in network/system administration.
• 2+ years of experience with Special Access Programs (SAP).
• Bachelor's degree in a related area or 4 additional years of experience.
• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• IAT Level III certification (CISSP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.) within 6 months of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory.
• Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies like Hyper-V and VMware.
• Experience with cybersecurity tools and practices.
• Knowledge of Risk Management Framework and system security policies.

Benefits

• Medical plan options with Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental and vision plan options.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible work weeks and paid time off plans.
• Short and long-term disability benefits.
• Life and accidental death insurance.
• Critical illness and business travel insurance.