Network Operations Specialist

Job Description

SteelGate is looking for a talented NetOps Specialist to join our team. The right person will have a strong background in operating and maintain networks and data centers. The Journeyman NetOps Specialist will plan, implement, and operate network services / systems, to include hardware and virtual environments. The right person will be focused on overseeing the infrastructure and network operations within a data center, ensuring effective incident resolution and service continuity. The position requires a proactive approach to managing alerts, coordinating repairs, and providing data center support, all while adhering to strict security clearance and certification requirements.

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

Network Experience

Monitor, administer, securely install, configure, and maintain network equipment such as routers, switches, firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), network encryption devices Tactical Fastlane (TACLANE) and Electronic Key Management System (EKMS), load balancers, domain name system (DNS) appliances, F5, AnyConnect, ClearPass, SolarWinds, Palo Alto Firewalls and wireless infrastructure.

Perform disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.

Protect data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning and implementing network security measures.

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve hardware, software, and network issues. Replace faulty network hardware components as necessary to maintain system integrity.

Monitor network performance to determine if adjustments need to be made.

Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems

Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of networks and computer systems.

Provide complete lifecycle support for enterprise network assets.

Storage & Backup Experience (Preferred)

Design, install, configure, test, manage, monitor, support, and troubleshoot all storage and backup components, including addressing disaster recovery site requirements and remotely managing datacenter locations.

Conduct daily checks for errors on Brocade SAN Switches, monitor storage arrays, and resolve any backup issues. Responsibilities also include provisioning storage, zoning, and collaborating with other technical teams to troubleshoot performance or other issues across Linux, Windows, and VMware systems.

Execute the deployment of Backup Agents and perform upgrades and patching of Storage Devices and Storage Switches. Ensure the infrastructure supporting backups is reliable and available.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years experience. Significant relevant experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.

Minimum of a DoD Secret clearance is required.

3+ years of experience using Commvault Storage

Certifications: IAT II (Security+ preferred) AND CCNA required to start

· Must be able to support on-call rotation and weekend support

Practical experience in managing firewalls within a multi-vendor environment, as well as experience with storage (preferred) installations, configurations, and including but not limited to:

Commvault

Operating Systems: Windows OS (2016-2022)

Databases: Oracle Databases, SQL Databases

Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL): Versions 6-9

Storage Solutions: NetApp, Hitachi

Cloud Services: OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure), AWS (Amazon Web Services)

IT Service Management: ServiceNow

Experience with DoD STIG Security Technology Implementation Guide ProcessCompany Description

We are a CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB) that excels at solving the Government’s most complex problems by combining the delivery of advanced and emerging technologies with the absolute best talent in the industry. From defending the network of the nation to providing global mission support to Combatant Commands, Joint Service and DoD clients across Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine & other defense agencies, we are a global C4IT & mission services company with a footprint in 18 different countries and 12 states. We bring significant expertise in three major areas:

Cyber Security – Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO)/Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO), DevSecOps, software engineering, AI/ML, Data Science and RMF & ATO services.

C4 Systems Support – Mission Critical Engineering, Design, Installation & O&M of Critical C4 Systems – AV/VTC, IT Systems, Mission Partner Environments (MPE) Network Management/NetOps and System Administration.

Infrastructure Modernization – Engineering, Survey Support, Installation and Testing of Infrastructure and Systems – Electrical, HVAC, ISP & OSP and wireless.

Full-time