Network Specialist - Nana Regional : Job Details

SAVA Workforce Solutions, an Akima Company, delivers enterprise IT and mission support solutions to the federal government, serving the federal civilian, defense, law enforcement and intelligence communities. SAVA helps our customers strengthen national security, improve communications and collaboration, and secure the integrity of their data, information systems and networks. Our personnel enjoy competitive benefits packages and challenging roles in work environments committed to innovation, diversity, and opportunity for career growth. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), 100% of our company's profits go back to our 14,300 Iupiat shareholders that have resided near and above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. Our business helps support their way of life and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived in a challenging environment.SAVA is in search of a dedicated IT professional to join our family as a Network Specialist II (ATC) on our Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) IT Support team.Responsibilities

• Proactively monitors current network operations and deploy changes in accordance with local policy
• Performs network troubleshooting and manage a production environment efficiently using utilities
• Supports remote access services, intranet services, internet access, network communications infrastructure
• Supports network operations so that any outage is identified, resolved, and immediately reported to the Government
• Configures and operates a centrally managed network consisting of Government-furnished communication circuits, communication equipment, network software, and certain diagnostic equipment.
• Provides work status using the Government tracking systems and update the ticketing
• Assists the Government with the design, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance of network computing facilities consisting of virtual servers, dedicated long-haul circuits, routers, switches and proxies, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPN configurations
• Manages Software Defined Access, Digital Network Architecture, Identity Services Engine (ISE), TCP/IP, firewalls, routing, VLANs, VRF's
• Assists the Government in improving network configuration, capacity, performance, and management

Qualifications

• Active DoD issued Secret clearance
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II certification and at least 1 current computing environment certification (e.g., A+, CCENT and/or CCNA certification is as minimum)
• Education requirements:
• 1 plus years with Masters
• 3 plus years with Bachelors
• 5 plus years with Associates
• 7 plus year with no degree
• Experience with enterprise network configuration, troubleshooting, monitoring and support
• Specific experience in TCP/IP, configuring of routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points and VLANs.
• This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD.

Desired Qualifications:

• Cisco equipment experience highly desirable
• Experience with tools such as Cisco DNA Center, FMC, Orion SolarWinds, Forescout, Cisco ISE, Cisco Firewalls, BlueCat, StealthWatch highly desirable
• Outstanding Customer Service and Communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Ability to adhere to government policies and requirements
• Ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret clearance may be required
• Bachelor's degree is preferred

Pay Range$73,000-$74,000BenefitsRegular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.Job ID2024-13973Work TypeHybridCompany DescriptionWork Where it MattersSAVA, an Akima company, is not just another global services contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.At SAVA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.For our shareholders , SAVA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.For our government customers , SAVA delivers global solutions that enhance business processes, lower costs, and take on today's missions with greater opportunity, agility, and strength.As a SAVA employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-###-#### (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).