Sr IT Network Administrator

The Senior IT Network Administrator will be part of our Information Technology team supporting a multi-company organization with operations around the globe. The ideal candidate will have significant understanding of network administration functions for on-premises infrastructure as well within the Microsoft Government Community Cloud (GCC). Responsibilities will include firewall access control management, switch configurations, wireless LAN support, security event monitoring, end-user software installation, remote support of user endpoints, technical problem resolution, ticketing system management, account administration, software installation and patching, incident response, and IT infrastructure operational health and maintenance. This role will also be responsible for instructing users in the proper use of hardware or software by developing proper procedures and training materials.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Management and Monitoring of various network infrastructure including Palo Alto, Juniper Networks, Aruba wireless, and Juniper Mist platforms.
• Technical support of Microsoft platforms to include Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Azure Active Directory.
• Manage deployment of IT software and hardware assets.
• Work as an integrated member of the Information Technology team providing a consistent and seamless support experience to our employees and contractors.
• Support mobile platforms (tablets and phones) in securely connecting to Copper River systems.
• Account management via Azure AD for provisioning/decommissioning user accounts, MS Teams creation, and other account or group related functions.
• Monitor, operate, and control IT Infrastructure to maintain strict compliance with NIST 800-171 and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program.
• Rapidly respond to, mitigate, and resolve information security events detected on Copper River systems.
• Participate in developing iterative system architecture enhancements and deployment of new services and technologies as adopted by the organization.

Requirements:

• Education: Preference for degree in Information Systems and progressively related network administration experience, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Qualifications: Experience with and demonstrated practical application of information security and compliance standards (NIST 800-171, CMMC, ISO 27001, FISMA, FEDRAMP).Experience with Information Technology Service delivery frameworks (ITIL, ISO 20000).Experience with administration of network infrastructure components, specifically Juniper Networks, Palo Alto, and Aruba.Ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced settings and handle shifting priorities.High level of confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.Preference for MS Azure professional development certifications, vendor specific certifications, and/or CompTIA (A+/Net+/Security+) certifications.

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.