Specialist, Network Administrator

Job Title: Specialist, Network Administrator

Job Code: 23982

Job Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The experienced Network Administrator is responsible for maintaining and optimizing our secure network infrastructure. Responsibilities will include configuring network equipment, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring network security. The person in this position must be able to communicate technical concerns and solutions to varying levels of management and program engineering teams. The position is also responsible for leading IT projects at the local level.

Essential Functions:

Configure and deploy network solutions based on business requirements.

Respond to support tickets & interface with users.

Set up and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.

Maintain equipment, inventory, IP schema's and network diagrams.

Implement security protocols, firewalls, and access controls.

Configure and Maintain network equipment to meet DISA STIG compliance requirements.

Monitor and tune system performance.

Support ICD 503 Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) processes by patching, hardening, and/or upgrading systems as appropriate.

Ability to support up to 25% offsite travel, extra work hours beyond normal schedule.

Willing to submit to a CI Polygraph.

Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 35 pounds across campus for various needs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

3 years of experience with Network LAN/WAN administration.

Active Top Secret/SCI

CompTIA Security + CE Certification.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Familiarity with network encryption technologies including Inline Network Encryptors.

Fundamental understanding of networking concepts such as VLANs, MTU, routing, RADIUS, 802.1x, TCP/IP v4, and firewalls.

Strong understanding of cybersecurity practices (patch management, STIG compliance, system accreditation, etc.).

Familiarity with Windows and Linux systems.

Ability to function independently with minimal supervision.

Good interpersonal skills for interfacing with team members & users.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $77,500- $144,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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