Special Security IT and Cyber Operations Network Professional

What You Will Do

The Special Security IT and Cyber Operations group (SSO-3) in the Sensitive and Special Operations (SSO) Division is seeking an experienced Network Professional to join our IT Development Team. We are looking for a dedicated IT professional who is inquisitive and has an analytical mind, always evaluating and developing solutions to difficult problems. On the IT Development Team, you will work with an elite team who supports and maintains the Los Alamos National Laboratory Field Intelligence Element (FIE) classified networks.

You will be a trusted advisor, providing leadership and expertise as you collaborate with IT professionals and technicians to resolve network issues and develop solutions. As a subject matter expert, you will perform duties related to implementation and maintenance of LANL's classified networks, as well as support the operation of LANL FIE networks.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Technical Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge and experience of current network technology including network protocols (IP, BGP, OSPF, PBR, GRE), network infrastructure elements including services and related protocols
• Knowledgeable of the 7 Layer OSI Model, LAN Interconnections (Routing, Bridging, Switching), and Basic WAN
• Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience managing windows servers and installed applications
  
  

Tools and Systems

• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networking and troubleshooting connectivity issues
• Experience and knowledge providing solutions for an extensive and diverse range of complex network problems
• Demonstrated experience provisioning & administering network equipment
• Experience running network traffic analysis via packet capture software
  
  

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Technical Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent written and oral technical communication skills as demonstrated by ability to communicate complicated technology concepts to key stakeholders and colleagues
• Proven track record working as a productive member of an interdisciplinary team, including the demonstrated ability to train and mentor junior technicians and work under minimal supervision
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

Technical Experience

• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and/or supporting at least three of the following: BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, IPSEC, Cisco IOS & NX-OS, Juniper, ACLs and IP subnetting
• Demonstrated experience with fiber/copper including (tracing and running cables, types of fiber and associated optics) Cisco devices, and Arista switches
• Experience administering and maintaining enterprise-level wireless. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting Ethernet, VPN (IPSec, SSL), VoIP, TCP/IP
• Experience with installing, configuring, and managing Type 1 IP encryption devices
  
  

Tools and Systems

• Demonstrated experience with network monitoring tools such as solarwinds, hpna, spectrum, and BMC Remedy or other incident management tools

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• Experience with Linux administration, network administration, workflow processes, configuration documentation and creating /modifying network Diagrams (Visio, Office)
• Experience using LANL, DOE-IN, and/or other federal agency systems
  
  

Training & Certifications: Cisco or juniper certifications preferred

Education/Experience: This position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of eight years of technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note to Applicants: Along with your resume, a detailed cover letter is required explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and applicable desired qualifications.

Clearance: Active DOE "Q/SCI" clearance

Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

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• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
  
  

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q/QSCI (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
  
  

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served at least one year of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the one year of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Laboratory Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.