Network Administrator III – United States Remote

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.The Network Administrator III position will consist of assisting in day-to-day network-related tasks such as network health and site availability. The Admin will also work with other support teams to work on helpdesk tickets assigned to the Network-specific group or aid in helping desk side in possible network related issues. On a daily basis there will be a variety of tasks by using tools such as Solar Winds, Cisco SA suite of web-based tools, Aruba Airwave for Aruba controller, WAP, and RAP support. At Vertex we have a complex network of Cisco SD-WAN and Cisco Firepower firewalls along with a variety of security tools by Cisco and other leading software vendors. The Network Admin role will be responsible for day-to-day end-user support as well as being part of our ongoing growing Cisco infrastructure and a wide range of Aruba wireless options. The Network Admin will work with Telco vendors to address any type of outages that may be experienced throughout our World Wide Network and work with various Telco partners to aid in circuit and site resolution. This is a position that will be exposed to some of the newest Cisco technology and a wide variety of site-to-site connectivity. If you are looking for a position that will help you grow in your IT experience and give you the opportunity to advance and learn about some of the best security infrastructure in the industry.ResponsibilitiesConduct network modeling and analysis to construct a reliable, high-performance integrated networkDirect system installation, upgrade, maintenance, and troubleshooting.Configure routers, switches, and firewalls. Cisco SD-WANDefine, document, and enforce system standards by maintaining Visio drawings and documentation of a complex network.Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problems and outagesSchedule updates and upgradesCollaborate with network architects and vendors to optimize system performanceEngage in data network fault investigations. Working with vendors and service providers.Report network operation status based on project management and priority informationQualifications Bachelor’s degree in network administration, information technology, or computer science and at least +4 years of relevant experience or equivalency (Associate’s in network administration, information technology, or computer science and +8 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma and +12 years of relevant experience).Experience with Aruba Wireless, Cisco Routing protocols including BGP, Trunking, SAN, DHCP, VoIP, Network Security, WAN /SD=WAN monitoring and optimization,Additional certifications preferred, such asCisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) equivalentRetain familiarity with various network types including LANs, WANs, WLANs, SANs, and VoIP networksOn-call support outside of regular working hours as well as occasional nights and weekends in the officePossess analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to perform well under pressureHave high attention to detailBe a confident communicatorWork well independently and in team settingsWhat We Bring At V2X we strive to be market-competitive in our total reward offerings.The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company’s base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company.USD $ 70,000 - $125,000Provided salary range minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States.Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.Employee benefits include the following:Healthcare coverageRetirement planLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefitsWellness programsPaid time off, including holidaysLearning and Development resourcesEmployee assistance resourcesPay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.