First Tek, Inc. · 1 week ago
Network Administrator 3
Vancouver, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expFirst Tek, Inc. is seeking a Network Administrator 3 to support the organization and Control Center(s) with technological project device integrations and monitoring. The role involves configuring, installing, and troubleshooting networking equipment, collaborating with various teams, and providing technical documentation and training.
Information TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Support the organization and Control Center(s) with the integrations and monitoring of existing and new technological project devices
Work with BPA's program manager and group project managers to identify necessary and potential network administrative tasks by assisting with project coordination and helping to execute tasks for assigned projects (i.e., timelines, device integration, running reports, generating step plans, etc.)
Utilize commercial tools and open information to review software for security vulnerabilities
Configure, install, and troubleshoot a variety of equipment and networking components including routers, switches, firewalls, network servers, terminal servers, end devices, and network cabling
Provide recommendations for new tools, technologies, and processes
Establish network performance baselines and capabilities while ensuring devices operate reliably and securely
Work with representatives from Planning, Design, Construction, and field maintenance organizations to understand their needs in developing and completing technology infrastructure and related projects
Represent the org in internal BPA technical work groups related to equipment specifications, maintenance standards and procedures
Provide technical evaluation information, input, and recommendations into the acquisition of new systems, equipment, integration components, upgrades, enhancements, etc., as requested and as a non-voting participant
Assist with documenting / drafting Statements of Work (SOWs), creating Bills or Lists of Materials (BOMs), entering Material Requests (MRs) into the Asset Suite system for review and approval by appropriate federal personnel
Conduct market research on project equipment needs; recommend vendor options for Contracting Officer (CO) / Contracting Officer's Representative (COR); provide technical input and recommendations as a non-voting member of source selection teams when requested
Collaborate with and assist BPA manager, group COR, assigned CO, and other appropriate federal personnel to prepare / draft requirements, specifications, and equipment evaluation documents for review, edit, and approval by federal personnel
Engage in and support the integration of new equipment and procedures into a secure, 24/7 availability and reliability Control Center environment and assist with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) standards development
Support Transmission and Facilities teams in configurations and integrations of local and wide area data networks, and the required support systems, with mission critical reliability requirements
Interpret functional and non-functional requirements of projects and recommend overall system configurations
Partition system configurations and integration tasks and provide recommendations regarding team member assignments
As requested by BPA manager, review teamwork for completeness and accuracy before integration into overall system
Provide coordination and assist with configuration and integration efforts for the implementation of projects for BPA's field sites and Control Center locations as assigned
Inspect and evaluate deliverables to validate proper working order; receive equipment as requested; develop / draft, validate, and recommend O&M technology infrastructure test procedures to be published for compliance; execute BPA management-approved test plans and procedures
Follow established processes to document design and configuration specifications, installation instructions, and other system or network related information
Provide clear technical documentation for training purposes, after projects are completed
Attend internal technical working group sessions at BPA manager request; communicate information gathered to team members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electronics, computer engineering, Telecommunication Engineering or a related field is preferred
10 years of experience and knowledge in computer network and systems concepts, principles, and practices applicable to components and facilities found on a regional transmission system is required
Experience should be related to IT Infrastructure Engineering and include work in hands-on technical implementation of networks and systems
5 years of experience working with firewalls and network systems
3 years of experience implementing and maintaining network security in a large enterprise environment (data center)
3 years of experience performing network management and operations tasks in a large enterprise environment (data center)
Valid U.S. Driver's License is required
Preferred
Experience working in an Enterprise Data Center with high availability requirements
Familiarity and experience with the following systems: Server virtualization best practices and requirements, Firewalls, Cisco Switching and Routing, SAN/NAS storage infrastructure implementation, Managing and deploying AAA (Access, Authentication, & Authorization) services for infrastructure equipment, Cabling and fiber management systems, Knowledge of vulnerability research methodologies and sources, Best practice data center physical infrastructure requirements, Software defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization, NERC CIP and Reliability standards
Experience in the following: Virtual Private Networks and router encryption, Fiber optic communication system design
Preferred certifications: CCNA, MCSA
Company
First Tek, Inc.
To succeed in the complex world of technology, you need exceptional connections – to the right experts, the right opportunities and the right answers.
1001-5000 employees
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