Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Systems Administration

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

File Server Management, Network Architecture, Network Configuration Management, Wireless Networks

Certifications:

None

Experience:

6 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

IT / Network Specialist
Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. As the IT / Network Specialist, you will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining temporary wired and wireless LANs and WANs. The purpose of the LANs is to provide data communications and connectivity among detection sensors and command systems local to an airport. The WANs will provide this connectivity from up to four CONUS airports to the command trailers located at the Atlantic city International Airport (ACY). You will coordinate with data comm providers (e.g., Verizon, ATT) to provide bandwidth and connectivity requirements. You will also support the development, deployment, and troubleshooting of applications and databases used to automate data collection, analysis, and visualization.

You will

Provide expertise in compiling, arranging, storing, and retrieving information to facilitate support of the FAA customer, project, or program.

Designs, tests, and implements new large-scale wired and wireless LAN and WAN networks and applications.

Troubleshoots existing IT solutions and wired and wireless network problem areas.

Helps to establish and coordinate network policy, procedures, and standards.

Administer, evaluate, install, maintain, and provide overall support for wired and wireless LANs and WANs.

Provides Graphic User Interface (GUI) access to many databases, using the latest access tools, such as Java, CORBA, C++, etc.

Design, test, and implement interface programs, develop security procedures, and regulate usage.

Performs planning, cost analysis, and all aspects of large-scale projects.

HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Provide technical expertise to identify hardware and software needed to provide local wired and/or wireless data comm connectivity at an airport and define the requirements for large telecommunications providers like Verizon and ATT to provide connectivity from these remote airports to ACY.   

Monitor the performance of the LANs and WANs the program uses to identify and address performance problems.

Troubleshoot network problems.  

Supports developing and maintaining GUI access to the program's data files and databases.

Designs, tests, and implements interface programs; develops security procedures and regulates usage of the program wired and wireless LANs and WANs.

Coordinates network policy, procedures, and standards.

Assists with training the use of the program wired and wireless LANs and WANs

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related information technology field - preferred.  NOTE: 5 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree. Master's Degree, MBA, or PhD in a related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience.

Required Experience: 6+ years of related experience

Required Technical Skills: Demonstrated capabilities in the following areas – network configuration, troubleshooting, and security protocols. 

Security Clearance Level: None. Must be able to complete Agency-specific Suitability background check.

Required Skills and Abilities: self-starter, continuous learner, highly collaborative

Preferred Skills: Higher degrees are desirable, along with certification in programs such as COMPITA and AWS.

Location: On-site at customer site in Southern New Jersey

Must have a valid US Driver’s License and Passport

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

The likely salary range for this position is $76,500 - $103,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA NJ Atlantic City

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans