Network Analyst

Job TitleMatch InsightsJob RequirementsScott AFB, IL Hill AFB, UT Secret Polygraph not specified Entry Level (less than 2 yrs experience) $70,000 - $80,000Job DescriptionSummary: Our client need candidates who have experience with the fundamentals of networking (routers/protocols/etc). Secret clearance and Sec+ is required for these roles. There are several different teams, some specialize in Router/Switch, some in UC/VOIP, LAN/WAN, Cisco and Juniper Routers and Switches, Satellite communications etc. Each team has slightly different responsibilities, but the key is the networking knowledge/experience, and they will be aligned with the team who best matches the candidates skills.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Conduct network incident investigation.Identify and document network errors and solutions.Analyze network and telecommunications alarms and identify potential issues.Configure, test, install, troubleshoot, and maintain network devices such as firewalls, cryptographic devices, and routers to optimize performance and ensure the desired security posture is attained and maintained.Configure, test, install, troubleshoot, and maintain network devices, phone systems, including phone units, voicemail, switches, infrastructure, call manager systems, Video Teleconference (VTC) systems video recording/viewing/distribution systems, and related telecommunications trunk circuits.Configure, test, install, troubleshoot, and maintain network devicesBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma and 1-3+ yrs of relevant technical discipline; additional related years of experience is accepted in lieu of a degree.Hold DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) prior to start date.Able to work in a shift work environment as we are a 24/7 operation.Experience with one or more of the following: alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, performance managementExperience in one or more of the following: routers, switches, crypto devices, routing, DSN/DRSN, GVS, Promina, CISCO, MSPP, Optical Switching.General understanding of network topologies, both transport and IP.Currently possess an active Secret security clearance.Value: This is a great stepping stone to get into networking. This role has a large amount of opportunity to grow your career. Starting off as support specialist eventually moving into the NOC where the contractor will become a networking admin/operator/engineer. For secret clearances, they will begin the process of upgrading to a TS, or hold a TS if already active.Benefits: Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)