Network Operations Specialist / Network Infrastructure Lead

Cwsc
Scott AFB, IL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior network infrastructure professionals who lead enterprise network administration in a DoD environment.

Best fit for

  • Senior network engineers with DoD experience and a focus on secure communications
    — “Leads enterprise network administration for U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) C4ISR and distribution operations
  • Candidates with expertise in Cisco IOS-XE/NEXUS and firewall/proxy rule changes
    — “Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, and network transport devices (Cisco IOS-XE/NEXUS)
  • Individuals who can manage fault attribution and collaborate with enterprise providers
    — “Perform diagnostic isolation at service seams with enterprise providers (RNECs, DISA) and deliver fault-attribution reports

Things to consider

  • On-site presence is mandatory at Scott Air Force Base during critical contingencies
    — “Mission Essential on-site reporting during contingencies
  • Security clearance and DoD qualification requirements are strict prerequisites
    — “DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification prior to start; Residential Qualification for privileged access

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with SIPRNet and secure communications restoration in your resume and interview
    — “Support critical service restoration during contingencies, prioritizing SIPRNet secure communications
  • Emphasize your ability to work with enterprise providers like DISA and RNECs
    — “Perform diagnostic isolation at service seams with enterprise providers (RNECs, DISA)
  • Demonstrate your advanced networking skills with CCNP or similar certification
    — “Advanced networking certification (e.g., CCNP)
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · CompanyLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, and network transport devices
  • Support critical service restoration
  • Maintain network documentation and configuration records
Typical background
5+ years of enterprise network administrationDoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification

Skills & requirements

Required

Cisco Ios-xe/nexusFirewall And Proxy Rule ChangesNetwork DiagnosticsFault-attribution ReportsNetwork DocumentationDISA Connection Approval Processes

Preferred

Advanced Networking CertificationsCCNP

Stack & domain

Cisco Ios-xe/nexusFirewall And Proxy Rule ChangesNetwork DocumentationConfiguration RecordsDISA Connection Approval ProcessesCCNANetwork+Security+CCNPCollaborationCommunicationDCWF Work Role 511 - Network Operations SpecialistU.S. Army Transportation CommandArtransC4isrDistribution Operations

About the role

Original posting from Cwsc via Lever

Leads enterprise network administration for U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) C4ISR and distribution operations, managing routers, switches, and transport devices across the enterprise to ensure resilient NIPR and SIPR connectivity. This role is designated Mission Essential under the Systems & Network Infrastructure Capability Area.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, and network transport devices (Cisco IOS-XE/NEXUS)

Implement firewall and proxy rule changes

Support critical service restoration during contingencies, prioritizing SIPRNet secure communications

Perform diagnostic isolation at service seams with enterprise providers (RNECs, DISA) and deliver fault-attribution reports

Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration records

Education & Experience:

5+ years of enterprise network administration (routing, switching, firewalls/proxies) in a DoD or comparable environment

DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification prior to start; Residential Qualification for privileged access

Familiarity with DISA connection approval processes

Certifications:

DCWF Work Role 511 - Network Operations Specialist, Intermediate proficiency. Common qualifying certifications: CCNA or Network+ plus Security+

Advanced networking certification (e.g., CCNP)

Security Clearance:

  • Secret clearance

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.):

  • Scott Air Force Base, Illinois; Mission Essential on-site reporting during contingencies.

Compensation:

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. The posted range is appropriate for a typical candidate meeting, at a minimum, all the core requirements of the position.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@cwsc.com.

Source: Cwsc careers (Lever)

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