Senior Wide Area Network (WAN) Administrator (Government)

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located at customer's site., * Network Design and Implementation: Design, implement, and optimize WAN solutions to ensure reliable and efficient connectivity across multiple locations.

• Configuration Management: Configure and manage WAN devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and other network hardware.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Continuously monitor WAN performance, identify issues, and perform advanced troubleshooting to resolve network problems promptly.
• Security Management: Implement and maintain network security measures to protect data transmitted across the WAN. This includes setting up VPNs, encryption, and access controls.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze network traffic and optimize WAN performance to ensure high availability and minimal latency.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of the WAN infrastructure, including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures. Generate regular reports on network performance and health.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams, including LAN administrators, server administrators, and application teams, to ensure seamless integration and operation of the network.
• Upgrades and Maintenance: Plan and execute upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities to keep the WAN infrastructure up-to-date and secure.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with external vendors and service providers for network services, equipment, and support.
• Disaster Recovery: Develop and implement disaster recovery plans to ensure network resiliency and business continuity in case of network failures or emergencies.

• Experience: Several years of experience in network administration, with a focus on WAN technologies and infrastructure.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), or similar credentials.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in configuring and managing WAN technologies, including MPLS, BGP, OSPF, VPNs, and SD-WAN solutions. Strong understanding of networking protocols and standards.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members, stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Education: A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is often preferred.
• Candidate must have a Security + Certification and must be able to attain an ITIL 4 Certification within 4 months of Start Date.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with US STRATCOM Network & IT Operations
• Familiarity with US Air Force Network & IT Operations

Our Senior Wide Area Network (WAN) Administrator' s earn between $ 71,600 - $95,000. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available)

Weekly Hours: 40

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers' mission. AT&T is hiring to support a US Government Program that provides IT Services to US Strategic Command located in Omaha Nebraska.