Networks System Administrator

How many times have you heard it? “We are a unique company with unique capabilities and unique benefits…” Too many people have heard it so many times that it no longer means much. Therefore, we have a challenge in convincing good people that Argon ST really does offer extraordinary work while providing the level of benefits to back up our claims. And you have a challenge in judging prospective opportunities instead of imaginative writing. Let’s make a deal. Come visit Argon ST where we will show you the work, and encourage you to talk with anyone at random about it. We will show you our benefits package and let you decide if it’s good enough to justify all the awards and our retention. In return for your time and trouble, we promise not to tell you that we are truly unique... but we can’t promise that won’t decide it on your own.

Argon offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical insurance, 4 weeks of PTO, generous holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas and New Years), 401K contributions totaling up to 9%, and 100% tuition reimbursement. Please visit our Web site (www.argonst.com) for much more information on our company, products, benefits, and career opportunities.

***US citizenship is required for this position***

Argon ST is currently searching for a Networks System Administrator to work out of our Fairfax, VA, headquarters building.



Position Description
The Systems Administrator - Networks will ensure the stable operation of the in-house computer network. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will also analyze and resolve end user hardware and software computer problems in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user training where required.

Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
• Perform network design and capacity planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network resource administration, appropriate use, and disaster recovery.
• Establish service level agreements with end users.
 
Acquisition & Deployment
• Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services.
• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards in support of network procurement and development efforts.
 
Operational Management
• Manage servers and their associated operating systems and software.
• Manage security solutions, including firewall, and intrusion detection systems.
• Manage all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, and UPSs.
• Ensure network connectivity of all workstations.
• Administer all equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information.
• Perform server and security audits.
• Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports.
• Recommend, schedule, and perform network improvements, upgrades, and repairs.

Basic Qualifications
- US citizenship required
- High school diploma required
- Minimum 1 year experience of Network Administration

Other Requirements
Knowledge & Experience
• Working technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems, including Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.  Knowledge of Linux (Fedora/Red Hat) and Solaris a plus. 
• Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and standards, including switches, routers, and firewalls.  Strong TCP/IP skills a must.
• Hands-on hardware troubleshooting experience.
 
Personal Attributes
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct research into networking issues and products as required.
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
• Self motivation and direction.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Please submit resumes and apply to jobs through our Web site: http://www.argonst.com/careers/index.htm

EOE, M/F/H/V