Nevada National Security Sites · 4 months ago
Senior Mission Communication Specialist (Network)
North Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $143K/yr
5+ years expMission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) operates the Nevada National Security Site, focusing on national security experimentation. The Senior Mission Communications Specialist will design and support network systems, troubleshoot communications infrastructure, and participate in emergency response missions.
Government Administration
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops and designs communications-centric solutions to meet mission demands for the Global Mission Communications Programs Division (GMCP) and the Emergency Communications Network (ECN) Program at the Remote Sensing Laboratory–Nellis
Participates in GMCP and ECN Program drills, exercises, and real-life CONUS/OCONUS missions
Troubleshoots the installation, operation, build, and maintenance of mission response infrastructure equipment, software, hardware, video teleconference, audio-visual and next generation communications kits
Is familiar with current satellite, voice, video teleconference, data communications, and/or cybersecurity policies and practices
Suggests engineering change requests for acquisitions and integration of program-related equipment and software
Designs and implements network systems supporting ECN programs and projects to include the installation operation and maintenance of the network infrastructure
Installs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains network CISCO infrastructure software and hardware
Identifies, defines, and documents network infrastructure requirements and recommends solutions to management
Develops, executes, and tracks the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems
Provides technical expertise and guidance to cyber and data operations engineering teams to ensure that network designs and implementations are effectively integrated
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure that network architecture and maintenance requirements are incorporated into data systems and cyber design, development, and implementation processes
Stays updated on the latest technologies, industry trends, and security threats, and provides recommendations for improving the network
Provides cybersecurity guidance and support throughout the IT system lifecycle
Collaborates with outside cybersecurity interests such as Counterintelligence, other DOE sites, US-CERT, and law enforcement
Assists in researching, compiling, and analyzing technical data
Assists the other senior engineering staff with the execution of their assigned duties
Assists with data calls and FISMA reporting
Performs other duties as assigned by management
Participates in the Deployment Authorization Program (DAP) for emergency response and temporary duty location (TDY) for non-emergency response travel
Participates in training activities and exercises
May serve as an emergency responder as job dictates
Supports national emergency response groups’ emergency response drills, exercises and real-world events through on-call availability and travel via commercial and military aircraft when required
May travel as part of an installation or restoration team when directed and participate as a deployed member of national emergency response groups when required
Assists with promoting project management best practices and continuous improvement
Develops and complies with validation requirements, standard-operating procedures, and change control maintenance for product lifecycle
Performs within change control and ticketing system environment
Participates in after-hours support pool. Requirements include evening and weekend availability
Documents adjustments made to hardware and software components and provides documentation for new systems as needed
Develops and maintains procurements, procedures, documents, inventories, and reports to ensure compliance with DOE Orders, company procedures, etc
Helps maintain processes, plans, vehicles, equipment, and systems in a deployment-ready status
May establish working relationships with client and vendor organizations
Professionally interfaces with clients, outside businesses, governmental, tribal, and military agencies as required
Mentors junior staff as required
Contributes to an overall productive and respectful work environment by providing excellent customer service and working in a positive, collegial manner always
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field or equivalent training and experience and at least 5 years of related experience
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification required
Experience with Cisco network hardware (routers, switches, and firewalls) required
Ability to design and implement network infrastructure based on organizational requirements
Experience with network hardware and software configuration
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to document network configurations, processes, and procedures
Ability to provide network engineering support and training to other team members
Ability to multitask as required between responsibilities
Able to communicate with all types of people in a tactful, professional, and effective manner while screening and maintaining confidentiality
Able to remember extensive policies, procedures, terminology, schedules, personnel, and other details
Able to deal with pressure of handling multiple tasks, complaints, frequent interruptions, and time constraints
Knowledge of Microsoft products
Knowledge of basic math, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Candidate must be a team player with good customer service skills and the ability to work flexible hours if required
Must possess a valid driver's license
Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required
MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing
Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance
Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age
Preferred
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certifications (including Routing and Switching)
Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
SolarWinds Certified Professional (NPM/NCM/NTA)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Desired working knowledge and experience of communications support, ECN program, and NNSA mission
Deep understanding of networking protocols and technologies (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS, SD-WAN)
Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic, and network analytics tools (e.g., Cisco DNA Center, SolarWinds)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision
Both a pension and a 401k
Paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays
Relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location)
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
And more.
Company
Nevada National Security Sites
The Nevada National Security Sites help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by: supporting the stewardship of the nation’s nuclear deterrent; providing nuclear and radiological emergency response capabilities and training; contributing to key nonproliferation and arms control initiatives; executing national-level experiments in support of the National Laboratories; working with national security customers and other federal agencies on important national security activities; and providing long-term environmental stewardship of the NNSS’s Cold War legacy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Biernacinski
Action Officer, Government/Customer Relations and Strategic Partnerships
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