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Leidos

MDA Network Controller

O'Fallon, IL

Description

Leidos has a career opening for a (Missile Defense Agency) MDA Network Controller at Scott Air Force Base, IL.

PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Our customer, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), acts as the provider of GIG/Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of Defense (DoD) and national security organizations. This position directly supports the DISA-provided GIG capabilities and services in our 24x7 Missile Defense (MD) Operation Support Cell (OSC) often working in tandem with our Transport, IP, and / or Unified Capabilities (UC) NOCs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for overall network support for customer programs including monitoring and evaluating various components of the DISA Enterprise Network.
  • Partner with engineering team to provide specifications for network architecture, evaluating and integrating new technologies to enhance current capabilities, and performing needs assessments.
  • Analyze user requirements, concept of operations documents, and system architectures to develop solutions for network outages or other systems issues.
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution of complex network problems.
  • Interacts with customer and/or senior leadership regarding network engineering, technical considerations, and for associated problems, issues or conflicts.
  • May be required to troubleshoot issues utilizing established procedures.
  • This is a rotating shift position and must be available for a rotating shift.
  • Verify equipment is operating within parameters of predetermined configurations and react to alarms as necessary.
  • Work with DoD SATCOM Gateway facilities and deployed operators to troubleshoot and resolve SONET, IP and SATCOM network issues.
  • Provide SONET/SDH/IP network support to include configuration of switches, routers, multiplexers, media converters, and modems.
  • Utilization of diagrams, maps, cut sheets, and TSOs/SAAs/GAAs as source documentation for network configuration.
  • Utilize ticketing applications to aid in customer problem tracking and resolution in all aspects of the network integral to our customer's communications.

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School diploma and 2-4 years of related experience; Associates and Bachelor's degrees, preferred.
  • Hold DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 certification (Security+ CE) prior to start date.
  • Ability to work in a 24/7 operation.
  • Experience with one or more of the following: alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, performance management.
  • Understanding of Satellite Communications (SATCOM) architecture and signal flow.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following: routers, switches, crypto devices, routing, Promina, CISCO (multiplexers), Juniper, ADTRAN, MSPP, DWDM, Optical Switching, SATCOM/MILSATCOM.
  • General understanding of network topologies, both transport and IP.
  • Familiarity with the operation of trunk (bulk), MILSATCOM, and data encryption devices.
  • Currently possess an active Secret security clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

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Pay Range:

Pay Range $44,850.00 - $81,075.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Client-provided location(s): O'Fallon, IL, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00125900
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program