Network Administrtor with Security Clearance

Network Administrator OverviewThe GBS Group, an engineering services and consulting firm, is seeking a Network Administrator to join our Philadelphia Engineering Office. The GBS Group designs and delivers high technology services and solutions to most advanced naval and maritime ships, as well as to special purpose platforms and assets. Our office is located at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, which is a dynamic urban development, offering the Philadelphia region a unique and centrally-located waterfront business campus committed to smart energy innovation and sustainability. The Navy Yard has over 20 acres of parks, one mile of waterfront trail and is located less than one-half mile from the Wells Fargo Center, Lincoln Financial Field, Citizens Bank Park, as well as the retail/entertainment center Xfinity Live!. Responsibilities include but are not limited to The Systems Administrator is responsible for acquisition, installation, operations, maintenance and usage of a complex network system, including local/wide area networks, VPNs, and switches. The Network Engineer will perform configuration, health and wellness monitoring, maintenance activities and data/trend analysis. Regular tasking will include: * Perform networking activities - basic understanding of routing and firewalls is a MUST.* Support installation onboard US Navy vessels.* Execute troubleshooting and day-to-day functions (i.e., patch management).* Support testing, document fixes and troubleshooting efforts.* Setup windows/linux OS''s* Resolve complex networking/routing issues.* Conduct data path analysis. QualificationsCandidates must possess the following professional experience and qualifications: * Bachelor''s degree in Network Systems Administration, Information Technology, Information Systems (or a related specialized technical area and a minimum of 3 years of related professional experience) OR* Must have current or ability to obtain within 60 days certifications in Security+, Network+ or A+ (with hands on technical system expertise for that certification).* Must be able to obtain/maintain a secret security clearance. Desired Characteristics: * Master''s degree in Network Systems Administration, Information Technology, Information Systems (or a related specialized technical area and minimum of 6 years of related experience).* Experience in network security Network routers, switches and firewalls.* Experience in system debugging, tcpdump, WireShark.* Experience with Security Template Information Guides (STIGs)* Documentation skills with MS Word, and Visio.* Possess understanding security services based on:o Defense Information Services Agency (DISA)o Defense Security Service (DSS)o National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST).* Ability to travel up to 75%. EEO StatementThe GBS Group is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on legitimate, nondiscriminatory business reasons, including merit, qualification, experience, and abilities. Our employment policies will not be influenced or affected by an applicant''s or employee''s race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, pregnancy, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, promotion, termination, and access to benefits and training. Any employee who feels that he or she is or has been the victim of illegal discrimination or violation of this policy should immediately notify the Chief Administrative Officer or Human Resources. Employees may file a legitimate or good faith discrimination complaint without being subject to reprisal.

Created: 2025-11-01