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:	4th Jun 2009
Closing Date:	2nd Jul 2010
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. 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

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