PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Network Designer 4, in Seal Beach, CA. Job ID#218329
Pay Rate: $80 - $85/hr
Job Description:
The SI&WS GMSE division creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with both commercial and proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space. Our team focuses on rapid prototyping to demonstrate a host of mission-focused technologies for a variety of customers. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.
The IT Network Designer will join a high-performing team that is immersed in high intensity development projects. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work proprietary programs for U.S. government customers who are responsible for exciting advanced technology national security missions.
Position Responsibilities:
Designs, installs, and upgrades network components in support of operations and system modernization
Monitors network performance to identify potential problems
Performs network preventative maintenance tasks such as installing patches
Identifies root causes of network issues and provides resolution
Configures and maintains network infrastructure such as routers, switches, firewalls and security devices
Designs, installs, and upgrades network components in support of operations and modernization
Supports backup and recovery plans
Required Skills:
3+ years of experience in enterprise network support
Experience with hands on support of IT Hardware such as setting up, configuring, modifying and troubleshooting switches, routers, network equipment, high performance computing equipment, and server racks
Current CompTIA Security+ certification
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with an adjudicated CI/FS polygraph
Preferred Skills:
5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with Ground Systems Maintenance and Modernization
Experience with virtual Ground station hardware
Experience with JIRA and Confluence
Active network engineering certifications in Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), CompTIA Network+
Education / Experience: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience, 13 years' related work experience, etc.).
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.