Network Administrator

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Location: Amarillo, TX Pantex Plant
Job Title: Network Administrator
Career Level From: Senior Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Organization: Network Architecture/Administr )
Job Specialty: Network Administration

Defines network communications and designs and implements solutions within existing network. Manages and configures network devices and makes recommendations for upgrade of data networks. Coordinates network cable installation, network system planning, installing, monitoring, testing and servicing. Implements solutions to help maintain and monitor network security. Monitors and troubleshoots network performance. Approves action requests and specifies purchase requirements.

• Maintain existing network infrastructures to include disaster recovery testing as well as performance monitoring.
• Establishes and maintains network performance through building system configurations and connections.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network problems.
• Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects.
• Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
• Responsible for highly complex technical computer and/or security hardware, software, and access control projects involving research and/or design support for Plant, Department of Energy (DOE), vendors, design agencies, and other agencies.
• Supports professional personnel working on other assigned projects as required.
• Performs evaluations to determine the effectiveness of software packages, hardware requirements, and/or security products that may be used in the development of, or provide security for, technical Plant computer systems.
• Coordinates research and/or design projects to accomplish assigned responsibilities within quality, quantity, time and resource requirements.
• Develops and implements infrastructure designs, and or complex access control mechanisms directed toward improving efficiency, security, and/or general utilization of the computing environment.
• Audits results of computer research and design projects, prepares or reviews written reports and makes recommendations for use by management and other agency representatives.
• Maintains current knowledge of highly advanced technical systems to ensure application of new methods and operating procedures.
• Accountable for all direct output assigned and for providing direct output support to his/her manager.
• Responsible for maintaining a thorough knowledge of applicable Federal, State, DOE, Corporate and Plant rules, regulations and Plant-wide operating policies and procedures.

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top‑notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work‑life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline:
  Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• OR Master’s degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline.
• OR applicants without a bachelor's degree may be considered based on a combination of at least 10 years of completed education and/or relevant experience.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum of four years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Network access methodologies – In-depth knowledge of tools and techniques for network administration purposes.
• Network design – In-depth knowledge and experience in the design and implementation of network software and hardware.
• Network security – Advanced understanding of how to deliver secure applications and environments. Stays current on trends in Information Technology (IT) vulnerabilities and counter measures. Maintains security protections across all networked switches, routers,…