Network Administrator (MOS C)

SUMMARY:

The individual in this position will work as a member of the IT staff on the Hardware & Network Services Team and will have the opportunity to work with experts in software engineering, Internet security, and network survivability. The primary responsibility of this position is TCP/IP network administration. Desirable candidates will have:

?Experience (four or more years) solving challenging technical problems in a production setting
?History participating in the entire lifecycle (planning, deployment, maintenance) of network management and administration
?Experience administering networks in multiple geographic locations, including ?lights out? operations


Education/Training: BS in Computer Science and a minimum of eight (8) years experience, Masters and a minimum of five (5) years experience or a PhD and a minimum of three (3) years of experience. Degrees in Information Science, Information Technology; or candidates with a BS degree in other technical fields (e.g., engineering) *and* solid work experience will be considered.

Experience: Four (4) years of experience as a network/system administrator for a heterogeneous Windows and various UNIX TCP/IP networked infrastructure in a professional environment required. At least two of the four years relevant experience maintaining / evolving a network for the same organization.

Skills/Abilities: Ability to deal with software and network systems integration at various levels (service design, deployment, maintenance). Strong hands-on knowledge in configuring/securing Cisco network devices, LAN switching technologies, routing protocols, Linux/UNIX based network services, and monitoring/maintaining same to ensure their continued secure operation is required.


Mobility: Some business travel required. Computer hardware installation and configuration required on a regular basis, sometimes involving transport of heavy objects (typically under 100 lbs.) short distances, use of hand tools, et cetera. Carrying of light objects (< 20 lbs.) for longer distances (intra-campus; 2-3 city blocks) may also be required.

Environmental Conditions: Close contact with CRT for extended periods; periodic work in a computer machine room or wiring closet environment.

Mental: Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; ability to prioritize tasks; strong learning capability; ability to interact effectively with others of varying technical competency, vendors, managers, and other technical research staff; ability to work effectively with other groups within the SEI and Carnegie Mellon. Good technical problem-solving skills. Strong information organization skills as well as good oral and written communication skills are required.

Other: Evening/weekend hours may be required in order to perform service outside of normal operating hours. There is a rotating on-call component to this position ? average call volume is very light. Candidate must be able to respond to outage events in the main facility in Pittsburgh, PA (Oakland) in a reasonable time (e.g. within ~30 minutes).
US Citizenship required. Candidate must be eligible to obtain United States DoD clearance. Successful candidate must be able to pass a background investigation.

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