Job Description
The OE / SA performs general account maintenance, group policy and anti-virus updates, preventative maintenance, and provides Information Assurance (IA) support.
Candidate must have experience with computer networking. Strong oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work within an operations team along with close customer interactions.
Position requires frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, concepts, and techniques. Candidate must possess an ability to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
Candidate is considered a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in computer networking. Candidate will be required to develop and maintain OE / SA procedures and support the program’s Configuration Management (CM) process.
Candidate conducts frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. The duties include, but are not limited to :
- Linux / Unix and Windows Operator System maintenance
- Configuration and management of routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices
- Scripting to automate repetitive tasks
- Push / install new DAT files, file maintenance, backups, troubleshooting hardware issues with vendors, and password updates.
Desired skills
- CCNA, CCNP, or Network+ certifications
- Working knowledge of Hyper-V or VMware
- Proficiency in working with OpenStack components and services
- Proficiency in working with AWS Cloud components and services
- Experience with RKE2, Rancher, Longhorn, and Docker containers
- Proficiency in various operating systems, such as Linux / Unix, Windows Server
- Understanding of networking protocols and services (TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.)
- Configuration and management of routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices
- Experience with firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, and vulnerability management
- Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash, PowerShell, or Python to automate repetitive tasks
- Understanding of server hardware, storage systems, and backup solutions
- Troubleshooting hardware issues and coordinating with vendors for support
- Experience with operational ground systems
- Be a team player and work in a collaborative team environment
- Desire to work in a fast paced, mission-focused environment
- Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic
- Effective organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly