AdaptiveStack Technologies is seeking a Network Administrator to support The Department of Energy (DOE).
At Adaptivestack Technologies, a Network Administrator must have experience in managing, monitoring and configuring the routine operations and maintenance of computer systems in a variety of different networks to include high volume/high availability systems. Must have experience responding and resolving problems quickly. Must have the skills to implement agency policy regarding computer access and implement firewalls. Under the supervision of a Sr. Network Administrator.
The Network Administrator will support IT programs at a Department of Energy plant that performs missions vital to national security. This is an onsite position working in Oak Ridge, TN. They will plan, implement, and operate network services/systems, to include hardware and virtual environments.
Responsibilities:

• Configure and optimize network hubs, routers, and switches (e.g., higher-level protocols, tunneling).
• Develop and implement network backup and recovery procedures, diagnose network connectivity problem install and maintain network infrastructure device operating system software (e.g., IOS, firmware).
• Monitors the assigned network, ensuring optimal function and minimal downtime.
• Monitors and analyzes network load including traffic and utilization trends.
• Ensures networks are protected from physical harm, viruses, unauthorized users, and damage to data by developing and monitoring security procedures or collaborating with network security staff.
• Drafts checklists, processes, and support trees, and knowledge bases for help desk and other support staff.
• Thorough understanding of networking protocols, LAN /VLAN networking, and WAN networking.
• Configure network switches, interfaces, VPNs and cable management.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 2 to 5 years of related experience or Associates degree in a technical field and 5 years of related experience. Requires general knowledge and understanding in area of expertise and associated equipment, processes or systems. 3-5 Years of experience may be substituted with an advanced degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required per contract to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy Q clearance.
• Experience in Cisco networking – Route/Switch
• Experience in Layer 1 cable infrastructure
• Experience in Cable tracing.
• Experience in Diagramming network as-is.
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio
• Project Management experience is a plus.
• Technical troubleshooting and performance tuning experience.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office suite required, including MS Visio.
• Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong aptitude to learn and adapt to technology.
• Ability to adapt well to diverse environments.
• Ability to communicate clearly with all levels in an organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in dynamic team environment.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cisco Networking: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Visio: 1 year (Required)
• Cable Tracing: 1 year (Required)
• Layer 1 Cable Infrastructure: 1 year (Required)

Security clearance:

• DOE Q Clerence (Active) or DOD TS SCI (Active)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oak Ridge, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

• In person