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Junior Network Administrator

Saalex

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Top Secret
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IT - Hardware
Lexington Park, MD (On-Site/Office)

Description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking a skilled Junior Network Administrator to support the Presidential Helicopter Software Support Activity. This role involves configuring and maintaining complex network environments, supporting mission-critical avionics systems, and ensuring the integrity and availability of network and server resources.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75k-$95k annually (depending upon experience)

Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions
  • Assist in configuring and maintaining Cisco equipment, Voice over IP systems, and virtual server environments.
  • Support unique avionics systems for mission-critical operations.
  • Help install, configure, and maintain LANs, data communications networks, operating systems, and physical/virtual servers.
  • Monitor systems and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources.
  • Review system/application logs and ensure completion of scheduled jobs, including backups.
  • Analyze resource consumption and manage user access controls.
  • Assist with software installation, upgrades, and license maintenance.
  • Support network emulation/virtualization and coordination between hardware and software systems.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.


Requirements

Required:
  • Knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention technologies.
  • Less than 3 years of experience in IP networking design and architecture.
  • Familiarity with virtual IOS environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-security environment.


Desired:
  • Experience with Cisco Call Manager CUCM, Cisco Meeting Server, desired.
  • Cisco CCNA Certification, or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Certification is desired.


Education:

Candidates must meet ONE of the following:

Option 1: Degree Path
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in one of the following fields:
    • Information Technology
    • Cybersecurity
    • Computer Science
    • Information Systems
    • Data Science
    • Software Engineering

Option 2: Military Training Path
  • Completion of one or more of the following military training courses:
    • DAU DCWF WRC 451 System Administrator - Basic Playlist
    • CIN A-531-0767 Tactical Computers and Network Operator
    • NEC C28A Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment Increment Foxtrot (SSEE INC F) Maintenance Technician

Option 3: Certification Path
  • Possession of the following certification:
    • CompTIA Security+


Security Clearance:

Active Top Secret clearance required. Must be eligible to obtain a Yankee White clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

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Established in 2001 in Southern Maryland, Spalding Consulting, Inc. delivers cutting-edge Information Technology (IT), Program Management, and Financial Management solutions to the Department of Defense. Our team of highly skilled and driven professionals is dedicated to providing expert-level support to our customers. Smarter, collaborative, fact-based decision-making together with our commitment to delivering quality solutions to our customers has accelerated the growth of our organization and established our reputation as a leader in our field. Our company culture is dedicated to creating a professional and rewarding work environment for our employees through a strong work-life balance, learning opportunities, and collaboration. Spalding Consulting, Inc. is staffed with creative, ambitious individuals who come together every day to overcome challenges and provide enhanced solutions to our customers.

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Job Category
IT - Hardware
Clearance Level
Top Secret
Employer
Saalex