MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.
Position title: Senior Network Administrator
Salary Range Target: $100,000-$115,000
NOTE: Travel will typically be for 1-4 weeks at a time. Travel is in support of the VA's EHR deployment and training requirements. This position requires frequent travel by vehicle and must be able to drive safely and navigate a variety of routes. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Occasional air travel may also be required. When not on travel the staff member will work at the local VA doing daily helpdesk/system administrator/network onsite tasks.
As a Senior Network Administrator on our project, you'll lead network support for the VA’s EHR deployment and training project. You will be the senior SME overseeing and providing technical mentorship to staff at various sites across the country and ensuring network resolution. This role combines strong technical skills with an emphasis on delivering a high level of customer service. You will be responsible for support during installations and ongoing support for issue resolution, potential for onsite support tasks, and you will be operating with limited supervision. You will be responsible for baseband network Connectivity-Configuration, Management, Issue Resolution Internet Connectivity- Configuration, and Issue Resolution as well as Wi-Fi hardware configuration/management. Will be responsible for hardware start-up, imaging, configuration, updating, naming, break/fix, and issue resolution. In this role you will be deploying, setting up equipment, configuring, and supporting around the VA medical center campus and training facilities. May have occasional weekend hours and evening hours in support of field staff in the region.
You Have:
5+ years of experience with designing, analyzing, configuring, or troubleshooting IP networks
Experience with designing, analyzing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting complex network architectures
Experience with Wi-Fi hardware - Configuration, Management, and Issue Resolution
Experience leading technical teams and troubleshooting multiple sites concurrently
Experience with network hardware - Install, Configuration, Management, and Issue Resolution
Experience with analyzing network traffic and determining root causes for network issues
Knowledge of routing protocols and network technologies such as Fortinet Routers
Performing regular and repetitive unpacking, moving, and installation of IT equipment weighing up to 25 pounds (or greater with additional assistance). Frequently traversing around facilities and positioning self to set up and maintain computers and connect/pull cords from under desks and in server closets.
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to draw logical and physical network topologies using Microsoft Visio
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time and requires frequent travel by vehicle and must be able to drive safely and navigate a variety of routes. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Occasional air travel may also be required.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information System, Information Technology or Equivalent and 5 total years of experience; or 13 total years of experience in lieu of a degree
Nice If You Have:
Possession of strong critical thinking and error assessment capabilities
Public Trust Clearance
Network Migration experience
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Worked with Cisco 9300 & 9800 series switches
Juniper & Cisco Access Points
LCAT: Network Administrator, Senior
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information System, Information Technology or Equivalent and 5 total years of experience; or 13 total years of experience in lieu of a degree
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
