Red Switch Systems Administrator

Job Description The selected candidate will maintain secure voice, data, message, and video telecommunications systems, equipment, and circuits for a government agency's communications command, supporting routine installations, periodic maintenance, and demand maintenance for the Secure Voice Division (SVD). Experience in the technical capacity with the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) nodal maintenance and associated secure communications instruments (i.e.

MLP, STU-III, STE, IST-2, TXP, Omni, Sectera) is required. Will be responsible for providing technical expertise and input to ensure emerging telecommunications programs reach adequate functional requirements, proper security levels, technical compatibility, and compliance with Government and industry standards, Will document and report on a daily basis the status of the assigned responsibilities.

Will be self-reliant and capable of performing essential technical maintenance activities without direct supervision, responsible for managing work orders and trouble tickets.

This position is located in Washington DC. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Washington DC or surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills High school diploma and a minimum of 8 years of direct experience with telecommunications, integration design, installation and support

Strong troubleshooting and problem isolation techniques for solving complex troubles with telecommunication instruments, equipment, circuits, channels, and trunk troubles where limited standardization exists

Create trouble tickets and track progression for corrections utilizing the customer based tracking system.

Considerable knowledge base of secure communications instruments associated with the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) and secure communications (vIPer, MLP, STU-III, STE, IST-2, TXP, Omni, Sectera)

Capable of performing telecommunications equipment installations and de-installations IAW applicable published standards with minimal guidance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) Digital Small Switch (DSS-2A) course Experience using test equipment such as O-scope, Fireberd, and transmission test sets Capable of systems analysis with highly complex technologies Familiarity with patch panels Knowledge of telecommunications fundamentals Ability to be self-reliant Capability to perform essential technical maintenance activities without direct supervision Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to professionally interact with high level military officers and civilian officials on a daily basis Quality assurance experience with both new and upgraded telecommunications systems Trainer / training experience Positive, service oriented attitude Military experience / knowledge of customs and courtesies Experience with larger enterprise IP networks and related networking equipment Knowledge of DoD policies and procedures with regard to the installation, configuration, and management of Cisco IP Systems

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale.

At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services.

Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.