Network Administrator

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Network Administrator

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KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

Who We Are
KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.  KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

The Mission Ahead
This role is with KBR’s Government Solutions U.S. division.  At KBR Government Solutions, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.

Who You Are
You’re a resourceful and skilled Network Administrator with a passion for ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing network infrastructure. With expertise in configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting network systems, you excel at maintaining seamless connectivity across complex environments. Your knowledge of networking protocols, hardware, and software, combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving, makes you a critical contributor to operational success.

At KBR, you bring technical expertise, a commitment to excellence, and a focus on delivering innovative solutions that keep systems running efficiently. Known for your ability to diagnose and resolve network issues quickly, you thrive in fast-paced settings where adaptability and teamwork are key. Your dedication to security, optimization, and continuous improvement aligns with KBR’s mission to deliver dependable and forward-thinking IT solutions.

What You'll Do
In the role of Network Administrator, your duties will include:

• Maintain, install, upgrade and configure data systems.

• Administer operating systems and maintain basic security and recovery procedures such as scheduling and backups.

• Perform assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts within their field.

• Display core job competencies by analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures while developing advanced skills.

• Manage multiple IT vendors to ensure completion of IT projects in a timely manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be an Australian citizen

• Must Possess an active AUS PV Clearance.

• Minimum of an Associates degree in Computer Science or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree is preferred. 

• Minimum of five years of directly related technical, professional experience required.

• Requires knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP networking principals in a Microsoft Environment to include network topologies and transmission media

• Possess a current Security+ Certification

• Provides technical support for Microsoft Windows 2012/Win7 and Linux operating systems.

• Familiarity with networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, and VPN troubleshooting.

• Experience with IT support tools, ticketing systems, and remote desktop applications.

• Experience in an enterprise IT environment or supporting large-scale systems.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to plan and achieve a variety of tasks. Able to set priorities and deal with a number of issues and deadlines concurrently.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and following security protocols.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certifications in disciplines such as Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ or Microsoft certifications in Windows Server and Windows Client.

This role will be located in Alice Springs. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.