Intermediate Network Architect (Infrastructure) - Sierra Vista, AZ - DirectViz Solutions, LLC

DirectViz Solutions, (DVS) is a rapidly growing government contractor that provides strategic services that meet mission IT needs for government customers. DVS delivers innovative information technology solutions to government clients through the knowledge and expertise of our dedicated employees. DVS is an employee-centric employer that provides competitive compensation, comprehensive medical plans, 401k match, PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and employee recognition and appreciation programs.

At DVS, we recognize that our employees are our number one resource. If you are a problem-solving people-person, apply today!

DVS is seeking an Intermediate Network Architect (Infrastructure) to join our team. The work location will be Fort Huachuca, AZ. This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. This position will support the RCC-CONUS, which provides cutting-edge technology in an enterprise-level environment.

The Intermediate Network Architect (Infrastructure) is responsible for ensuring the organization's Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure and related systems are well maintained and operate reliably and securely. This role will perform regular systems and security monitoring, provisioning, troubleshooting, and issue resolution. The Intermediate Network Architect will perform administration, operations, maintenance, and support of LAN infrastructure Ethernet switches and related systems. They are also responsible for following relevant processes, procedures, and standards. Additionally, the Intermediate Network Architect will provide technical support related to assigned systems within their organization and to local network enterprise customers as needed. They also handle patches and upgrades to ensure that systems are maximally efficient, effective, and secure.

Required skills:

• Network device configuration fundamentals.
• Network troubleshooting fundamentals.
• LAN/CAN architecture fundamentals.
• IPv4 Subnetting.
• IPv4 addressing and address schema.
• Basic network services such as SSH, DNS, DHCP, NTP, and LDAP.
• Basic LAN services such as VLAN, STP/MST, and trunking.
• Cybersecurity fundamentals.
• IT Industry terminology.
• IT troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Desired Skills:

• Cisco switching
• Juniper switching
• TACLANE
• Network layer 2 configuration
• Network layer 2 troubleshooting
• 802.1x, 802.1q, etc.
• IT Production network experience

Minimum Education & Experience:

High School Diploma

Minimum of three (3) of years of direct, relevant professional work experience.

Security+ certification

OR

Associate's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field from a nationally accredited educational institution.

Minimum of two (2) years of direct, relevant professional work experience. Security+ certification

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.