COMSEC Network Administrator

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Communications Security (COMSEC), COMSEC Management, Networking, Telecommunications

Certifications:

CCNA - CompTIA

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT has an opportunity for a COMSEC Network Administrator supporting U.S. Army Europe as a member of our EMITS Program Team in Lielvarde Latvia.

The COMSEC Network Administrator will be responsible for providing technical solutions in the management of software, hardware, configurations, and architectures, including network control software, routers, switches, lines, modems, adapters and servers. They will be tasked with evaluating existing network systems and planning long-term strategies to ensure network capacity meets current and future network requirements.

HOW A NETWORK ADMINISTRATRO MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Installs, supports and/or maintains LANs and/or WANs; evaluates and recommends networking product and software upgrades with some latitude and moderate supervision.

• Designs, installs and maintains the network system for multiple classifications and coordinates their use with some independent judgement and moderate supervision. 

• Monitors network performance. Troubleshoots and resolves problems to ensure quality transmission service on the network.

• Maintains operating efficiency and stability, ensure the security and integrity of all systems and data, and respond to outages and other issues.

• Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. May require the following proficiency: Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices. Requires moderate skill sets and developing proficiency within discipline.

CRYPTOLOGIC SUPPORT/SECURITY

• Provide cryptographic equipment and lifecycle support to include installing, securing and operating government procured COMSEC equipment. 

• Manage, safeguard, and maintain accountability for Government-provided cryptographic/encryption products and keying materials and perform cryptographic equipment support services IAW the authoritative COMSEC Management user account guidelines and training. 

• Manage National Security Agency Type 1 encryption devices and other National Security Agency approved encryption devices when requested. 

• Safeguard, hand-receipt, transport, store, inventory, and destroy COMSEC keys IAW AR 38040, AE Regulation 380-40 and TB 380-41. 

• Immediately contact the COMSEC custodian if assistance is needed to resolve any problems. 

• Coordinate receipt of COMSEC material from the supporting COMSEC Account Manager (CAM). 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Security Clearance Required: Active Secret Level Security Clearance

• Education : BA/BS (or equivalent experience)

• Experience: 10 years of experience.

• Certifications : Must meet DoD 8570 requirements for IAT Level II Certification – upon hire. Computing Environment Certification also required, i.e.; Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Network Plus or CCENT or Palo Alto ACE 8.1 (or higher).

WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology and the ability to make a real impact on the world around you.

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The likely salary range for this position is $105,622 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

T elecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

International

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

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