Network Administrator jobs in Connecticut

The Network Administrator will be responsible for the management/ maintenance/ upkeep and connectivity of wired and wireless networks supporting the Navy. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  Job duties include the following: (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Provide the day-to-day management of active networks.
• Must be willing to provide on call coverage beyond normal working hours. This is not limited to nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must ensure all computers used for network monitoring and configuration receive most current patches and software upgrades.
• Configure network components in accordance with accepted internal and industry standards.
• Verify operation of configured items.
• Establishes the alarm thresholds, method of notification and any other parameters deemed appropriate for network monitoring.
• Must be able to develop and document processes for monitoring, troubleshooting, configuration of networks and network devices.
• De-install or reinstall hardware and perform preventative maintenance on hardware
• Work with base managers to support the program along with Tier III engineers.
• Maintain base access and credentials for accessing sensitive locations.
• Provide reporting on ticketing, status and inventory as requested.
• Forecasting maintenance and working with all navy clients to minimize system outages and downtime.
• Travel required to accomplish all duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to certify in using Articulating Man Lift and be comfortable installing, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment from this platform.
• Stay current in OSHA 30-hour course and CPR certification

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma with four years of experience in IT networking or wireless communication
• Network experience – Must possess current experience managing an IP network
• Industry standard network Certification.  Juniper certification preferred
• Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA Routing and Switching) preferred
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) preferred
• Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification preferred
• CompTIA Security (other certifications considered)
• OSHA 30 hr
• CPR Certificate
• Experience with network monitoring software
• Experience with hardware installations

Physical Requirements:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a physically demanding position that requires employees to lift up to 60 lbs with or without assistance, climb vertical ladders and work from high heights in varying temperatures.  Safety boots and PPE (eye protection) are required for this position.  Hard hats are required when applicable.

Transportation:  This position requires driving government owned, CTI owned, personal owned or rental/leased vehicles for official CTI business.  Employee must maintain driving eligibility throughout employment in accordance with state and local laws and the established CTI Vehicle Safety Policy.

Security Clearance:  Must be eligible to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance through a DoD NACLC background investigation.  Employee must maintain eligibility throughout employment.