Sr. LAN Administrator

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HJF is seeking a Sr. LAN Administrator to provide management oversight and support for all of HJF departments and programs. The IT Infrastructure Manager will manage installation, configuration, and operations and maintenance of the hardware to include servers, storage area networks, tape library and appliances and software to include Windows, Solaris, Unix/Linux OS, middleware, and tools. The position provides end-to-end systems engineering and service integration for all IT infrastructure in support of business applications.

The position is located in the Office of the Senior Vice President for the University, Office of the Vice President for Information and Educational Technology, Network Operations and Communications (NOC) Directorate, LAN Operations, at USUHS in Bethesda, MD.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• The incumbent serves as Tier/Level 3 technical advisor to the Division Chief, Network Operations USU, and the NOC technical sta for Local Area Network (LAN) architectures, topologies, and network operating systems. As such, the incumbent provides technical expertise regarding the Cisco Network Operating Systems, Cisco switch configuration, maintenance and support, VoIP, Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco Services Engine (ISE), Microsoft and Linux operating system, VMware software, Storage area network (SAN), Google Cloud Computing email system, Virtual Private Network (VPN) and guiding technical sta as required.
• Technical duties include: designing, testing, evaluating and performance monitoring of operating systems, hardware platforms, and software modules for compatibility and use within the operating systems environment. The incumbent maintains local area network hardware and COTS software and manages complete systems of Microsoft and Linux servers in support of USUHS.
• Serves on highly specialized projects and is the agency expert in network hardware, software protocols, configuration, and IT telecommunication/network operations and management. Develops and manages the Network architecture to support the computing and connectivity needs of the university, as well as other commands o the base. Team lead within the division, providing direction (as appropriate) and training to personnel in network equipment, protocols and software, installation, configuration and troubleshooting tasks.
  
  
  
  • Manages IT networks for LAN maintenance; acts as the coordinator for LAN problems and incidents, providing expert advice in the resolution of both in house and base network problems. Provides expert consulting assistance to users in the use of LAN software and connectivity, including remote access, file transfer, Internet access, and satellite technology.
  • Attends both internal and external meetings and symposia dealing with IT systems and IT LAN and its applications with University representatives.
  • Applies the latest IT and didactic management principles to develop and implement leading edge network integration in support of the highest standards of military medicine and research.
  • Supports over 3,500 subject matter users by developing or designing a plethora of software for network and computer-based applications.
  • Integrates a myriad of divergent hardware, software, and computer related services to provide an integrated information system that accommodates the administrative, academic, and teaching needs of a medical university.
  • Analyzes and enforces information security configuration and monitors user access to ensure operational integrity of all university information systems, to include certification and accreditation activities
  
  
• Develops and forecasts IT resources management requirements, to include:
  
  
  
  • Projecting financial requirements and budget developments.
  • Analyze IT logistical documentation and develop IT forecasting models.
  • Analyze life-cycle maintenance and resultant impact on IT mission requirements.
  • Participate in strategic planning, developing visionary IT infrastructure designs, and coordinates the preparation, presentation, and communication of all past, present, and future IT related issues.
  
  
• Participates in strategic planning, design, development and implementation of protocols to install, test, implement and evaluate hardware/software for maintenance and installation of upgrades to the USUHS network.
• Engages in a rigorous self-education process to maintain familiarity and expertise with applications/systems and state-of-the-art industry standards and trends.
• Proactive in identifying potential problems/risks with current configuration and develops plans to address issues.
• Other mission related tasks as assigned by the Manager and/or Director, NOC.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Information Systems or related degree is preferred. 5 years relevant
  professional training and/or experience as an appropriate substitute for a college degree.
• Minimum of 9-10 years minimum relevant professional experience or significant scholastic experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Requires experience demonstrating accomplishment of computer project assignments with broad knowledge of computer requirements and techniques. This is typically shown through assignments where the applicant analyzes various approaches to advise management on ADP system design, including interrelationships, operating modes, system software, and equipment configuration.
• Masters the LAN specialty area, utilizing a wide range of DoD and commercial LAN and computer techniques, requirements, methods, sources, and procedures.
• Expertise in Cisco Networking/UCS, switch configuration, maintenance, and support, along with Linux OS, Windows Server OS, VMWare, and backup solutions. Skilled in hardware and software troubleshooting and understand complex system relationships.
• Skills and experience in system security protocols, policies, and procedures as well as system growth analysis and capacity planning processes/techniques. Load balancing technologies and products, VoIP, Network Infrastructure components and wireless access points.
• Expert knowledge and experience with current and future practices, terminology and principles of networking and information Technology. Local and wide area networking principles and operations. Continuity of operations practices relating to local area networks, and connectivity to wide area networks.
• Expert knowledge of cloud services and other IT systems administration theories and concepts, in addition to cloud computer connectivity, client application and Storage attached network (SAN).
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills to work with a variety of management and technical personnel.

Physical Capabilities

• The job requires the ability to push carts in excess of 100 pounds. Also, bending, stooping,
  carrying, and lifting light items such as computer equipment, printer paper, etc. The job requires
  long periods of sitting. Must be able to access all areas of the University or surrounding campus
  facility.

Certifications: 1 of the 3 required

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent.
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) preferred.
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure)

Work Environment

• The job is performed in a well-lit, well-ventilated computer facility. Duties may require
  occasional part-time evening and/or weekend work. Minimal off-site activities may require
  exposure to laboratory environments or outdoor walking within a mile.

Compensation

• The annual salary pay range for this position is $111,000-$160,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.