Systems Administrator, Advisor

The Network Management operation focuses on the operation of the IP networks that provide data transport for the DoDIN-A and local area network (LAN) internal support. The GCC controls and maintains operational responsibilities within the boundary between installation LAN and Wide Area Networks (WAN). Provides network support services to include Enterprise network operation, DNS, web filtering and proxy servers, Virtual Private Network (VPN), Installation Processing Node (IPN), Theater IP management, network management, monitoring, access control, and firewalls. All network-supported device implementation is either virtual, software defined, or physical based on system owner deployment.
• Enterprise Protected Domain Name Service (EP-DNS). The GCC manages EP-DNS for the Army Enterprise. The EP-DNS provides forward and reverse name resolution for the army.mil domain, army.smil.mil domain, and other second-level domains. Performs the following functions in support of EP-DNS:
• Secure, operate, maintain, monitor, and sustain EP-DNS IAW the systems owner’s Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed (RACI) alignment.
• Coordinate delegations and transfer files, troubleshoot operational issues in a multi-discipline team, and assign/retrieve network IP space and autonomous system numbers.
• Provide technical guidance and support to sites, including Base, Posts, Camps, and Stations (BPCS), along with tactical domain managers utilizing Army EP-DNS services.
• Operate and Maintain (O&M) EP-DNS by troubleshooting, correcting as directed via ticket, Operations Order (OPORD) or Task Order (TASKORD). Provide account management, enforce network ACLs, update/maintain IP filter list. Maintain databases and domain blocks as required. Modify data files daily to include bad zones blocks.
• Assign, manage, register, and reclaim all Army network IP space. Register and update network assignments with the DoD Network Information Center (NIC) and the American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) to ensure registrations are current. Register all Army Autonomous System Numbers (ASN), domains, hosts, and users. Engage with public sector Internet Service providers (ISP) to answer questions regarding Army-managed IP space.
• Publish and update the DISA “WHO-IS” database which consists of updating Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) keys on authentication websites and maintaining DNSSEC zone registration.
• Create, modify, and schedule blocked zone transfer attempts and other EP-DNS statistical reports.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with PhD
• DoD Secret clearance is required for this role
• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (current MS-offered equivalent is acceptable). DCWF Code 451 Advanced: Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security or CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+) or Federal IT Security Professional-Operator-NG (FITSP-O) or GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT) or GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Ability to perform shift work

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