Network Administrator, Jr.

Job Description

About BAE Systems
Recognized annually as a Top Workplace in Utah consecutively since 2018, employees at BAE Systems enjoy an exceptional work culture, employment stability, growth opportunities, and job satisfaction knowing they are helping to protect the country through the development of the most technological advancements in our nation's history. Our work culture thrives on hard work, innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About This Job
Air and Space Force Solutions, a business unit within BAE Systems, has an opening at our Hill Air Force Base, Utah location for a Junior Network Administrator to work on our network team. The selected candidate will join our Information Services team and have an important role in supporting our mission of Strategic Deterrence through continual improvement and innovation. The position will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, ACLs, VPN, QoS)
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure
• Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company's security team
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
• Perform professional technical work that requires general knowledge and diversified application of network engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices, and techniques
• Ensure execution of network engineering processes across the lifecycle, and report on project status and progress measured against specific plans
• Research emerging trends, techniques, methods, and current best practices
• Any other duties, as assigned

What's In It For You

• Competitive wages
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Work Location
HAFB, Utah

Travel
<10%

Certification Requirement
The applicant must meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification requirements on hire date.

Clearance Requirement
This position requires an active final Secret clearance upon hire date. The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. An active Top Secret clearance is preferred.

US Citizenship Requirement
Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Education and Experience Requirements are as follows:

• HS diploma and 4 years of related experience, or
• BS/BA or MA/MS degree in computer science or computer-related field

The successful candidate should:

• Have related experience in general network administration, including configuration, maintenance, patching, and upgrades
• Have a general understanding of the OSI Model
• Have familiarity with the fundamentals of network management
• Have familiarity with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Have familiarity with monitoring network performance, documenting network changes, providing technical support to users, troubleshooting connectivity issues and implementing basic security measures.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external resources necessary to successfully complete assignments or projects
• Proactively manage and prioritize assignments, timelines, milestones, and follow-up communications
• Utilize DISA STIG checklists to assess and document compliance.

Certification Requirement
The applicant must meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification requirements on hire date.

Clearance Requirement
This position requires an active final Secret clearance upon hire date. The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. An active Top Secret clearance is preferred.

US Citizenship Requirement
Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS)
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning
• Provide Level-2 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure
• Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $52080 - $88535

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Salary : $52,080 - $88,535