LAN/Network Specialist IV

Job ID: req4581 Employee Type: exempt full-time Division: Enterprise Information Technology Facility: Frederick: Ft Detrick Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA The Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases. Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way. Program Description The Network and Telecommunications Group (NTG) is a part of the Enterprise IT (EIT) Directorate within Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. NTG is responsible for Operations and Engineering of the FNLCR Network and Unified Communications infrastructure. NTG focuses on implementing enterprise IT best practices in the areas of network infrastructure, unification of voice, teleconferencing, and video communication technologies. Key Roles/Responsibilities Provides Tier II/III operational and engineering support for wired and wireless data communications networks Monitor, assign and implement Operations tickets in the Network queue Maintain/create proper documentation of system configurations, to include drawings and standard operating procedures Provide primary support in the maintenance of network hardware and software (Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Load Balancers, etc.) Work individually, actively participates in integrated teams and projects Participate/lead the design/engineering and implementation of special projects Configure, maintain and troubleshoot Core L3 Switches, Data Center Switches, Access/Edge Switches and Customer Edge (CE) Routers Actively involved in hardware refreshes to include Network Switches, Data Center Switches, Routers, Wireless APs, Firewalls, Load Balancers, IP Management and UPS/PDUs on a wide-scale enterprise level Available for periodic evening and weekend onsite maintenance work and on call support Basic Qualifications Possession of bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of eight (8) years of network experience Experience supporting Network Routers, Switches, Data Center Switches and Firewalls Must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred Qualifications Extreme – Hands on experience configuring/troubleshooting/upgrading Switches, Routers, Wireless APs, SPBM Fabric Palo Alto – Hands on experience configuring/troubleshooting/upgrading Firewalls, Panorama, Log Collectors InfoBlox – Familiarity with DNS, DHCP and IP management (DDI) F5 – Experience with Virtual Servers, Load Balancing, Reverse Proxy Familiarity with Fiber Optic technologies: Single Mode (SM), Multi-Mode (MM), MPO/MTP Extreme Networks Certified Administrator (ENCA) or Extreme Networks Certified Professional (ENCP) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) EXPECTED COMPETENCIES Hands‑on experience with network switches and routers Installs, troubleshoots, maintains and coordinates the use and proper operation of Network Wired/Wireless environment Implements, documents, and coordinates Network Wired/Wireless policies, procedures, and standards Perform daily end user requests and proactive monitoring/troubleshooting Ability to create and execute detailed Change Requests (CRs) for the Network Infrastructure Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Pay And Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. The compensation package reflects the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

102,300.00 - 146,483.00 USD

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr BioSpace