Comp Network Technologist II

Must have an active Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance (must be adjudicated within the last 6 years) to be considered.

Job Description

A Computer Network Technologist II maintains smooth operation of voice and data networks. Plans, evaluates, coordinates and performs installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings. Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions. Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems. May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment. May design network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages.

• Maintains smooth operation of voice and data networks. Plans, evaluates, coordinates and performs installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
• Develop technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
• May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings.
• Prepare or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
• Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance for network equipment.
• Assist with design or a portion of network that includes selection of hardware and software packages.

Minimum Required Skills:

• B.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems, Networking, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Engineering or related STEM field experience in lieu of degree and 2 years or related experience
• Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Current cabling and fiber standards.
• Demonstrates firewall and access control list knowledge.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Visio diagramming and design capabilities.
• Ability to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.
• U. S. Citizenship is required.
• Active DoD Secret level Security clearance (investigated in the last 6 years).
• Occasional travel may be required.

Highly Desired Experience

• Certifications in Security +, Network + , Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communications.
• Experience with telecommunication systems.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Experience with classified computing.
• Current DoD Top Secret level security clearance.

This position requires either a U.S. Person or a Non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization. 159784

Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.