Phoenix Base Network Administrator

Salary:	Competitive market salary for 1-yr. contract
Location:	U.S. Embassy, IZ, Baghdad (Bagdad), Iraq, Middle East
Job Type:	Contract
Posted:	1st Jul 2010
Closing Date:	31st Dec 2011
Posted By:	Pelatron, Inc.
Details:
Phoenix Base Network Administrator SCOPE U.S. Citizenship required - The Network Administrator’s primary responsibilities include the operation and maintenance ensuring that all production network equipment is properly installed, configured, secured and maintained on the USF-I enterprise network. RESPONSIBILITIES Direct operational responsibility to: • Design, install, and maintain network configurations for Cisco 3700, 4000, and 6500 series switches. • Demonstrate knowledge of device security, software upgrade, integration optimization, and configuration management. • Work with remote teams of routing and switching experts to design, install, and maintain network configurations for Layer 3 routing devices such as Cisco 2800, 3800, and 7000 series routers. • Design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot Layer 3 LAN routing, Layer 2 VLAN switching, and Physical Layer connectivity. • Design, install, maintain and troubleshoot LAN routing, including RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, and GRE routing protocols. • Functional knowledge of PIM, IGMP, CGMP, and other multicast technologies. • Functional knowledge of IPSec and ISAKMP. • Design, install, maintain and troubleshoot LAN switching to include CDP, VTP, STP, 802.1p QoS, 802.1q, Power over Ethernet, and Switchport Aggregation (LACP/PAgP). Operational knowledge of HSRP, GLBP, and VRRP redundancy protocols. • Technical proficiency with CAT5, CAT6, and multimode and single mode fiber optic cabling. • Perform Tier 1 troubleshooting of bulk-level and circuit level encryption devices (I.E. KG-175 TACLANE) • Effective use of network management tools, to include Cisco ACS, CiscoWorks, and SolarWinds Software Suite. • Proficiency in Cisco and Avaya Voice over IP. Familiar with telephone administration functions of Cisco Call Manager. • Operational understanding of network integration with Windows Active Directory Domain Services, including SharePoint, Exchange, DHCP, DNS, and 802.1X EAP-TLS. • Coordinate with other organizations and team members to repair and improve the physical and logical LAN infrastructure. • Document network configurations and diagrams. • Detailed understanding of the function of SIPR and NIPR networks. Familiar with CENTRIXS networks. • Other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Valid U.S. Passport • Active SECRET Security Clearance - Applicant must hold or be eligible for a US Secret security clearance (Active Clearance preferred) • CCNA certification • Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience • Working knowledge of Microsoft Visio required • Ability to travel extensively to hazardous duty areas overseas • Will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information • Must meet overseas medical deployment qualifications • Must be a U.S. citizen. Desired Qualifications: • Four-year technical degree or equivalent experience • CCNP, CCDP, or Advanced CCNA Certification desired • MCP Microsoft Certified Professional • Advanced technical troubleshooting experience • Contributes to overall effectiveness as a team member • Excellent customer service skills and demeanor • Demonstrated self-starter and demonstrated ability to independently resolve problems • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with short timelines • Ability to maintain a professional and courteous manner in difficult situations • Ability to maintain high-quality work while working on multiple projects • Ability to perform and participate in a team-oriented environment • Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of network users Pelatron is an Equal Opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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