Network Technician / ISSO

Job Description

Job Description

Network Technician / ISSO

Location : Fort Campbell, KY

Clearance : Secret

Travel : N / A

Position Available : 1

Job Description

Summary / Objective

The Network Technician will maintain and improve secure networks that connect mission simulators, Storage Area Networks (SANs), classrooms, servers, and support equipment. Day-to-day the role will monitor network performance, ensure systems are up to DoD standards, troubleshoot issues, document changes through configuration management, and partner with other engineering and support staff to keep training on mission.

In addition to supporting the operation and maintenance of secure networks, this position also serves as the site Information System Security Officer (ISSO), responsible for maintaining the cybersecurity posture of the system in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. The role ensures that all networked systems and simulators comply with applicable security controls, policies, and accreditation standards while supporting continuous mission readiness.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential job functions for this position include :

• Operate, monitor, and maintain program networks (routing / switches, VLANS, ACLs); perform fault isolation and root-cause analysis.
• Implement and sustain system configurations and Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls on network assets in coordination with the cybersecurity team.
• Assist the cybersecurity team with troubleshooting patching issues.
• Manage and document changes (adds / moves / changes, firmware, patches) via program Configuration Management (CM) processes; maintain documentation and drawings as required.
• Research to determine project feasibility as required.
• Performing disaster recovery and system backups as required.
• Providing CM status reports and attending meetings on a weekly or monthly basis.
• Install / maintain switches / routers / firewalls ; rack / cable Ethernet and fiber.
• Support audits / inspections and ATO sustainment.
• Answering questions and resolving issues brought forth by the engineering team.
• Other duties as required.

INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY OFFICER (ISSO)

Competencies

Required skills and abilities to effectively perform this position include, but are not limited to :

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or other related technical or engineering field. 2-4 years of related network technician experience. Additional experience as an ISSO is preferred but not required. Special Operations experience is a plus. Preferred eMASS training and experience.

Required Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

Security + minimum, CISSP certification or equivalent preferred.

Work Environment, Programs, and Tools

This position operates both in a professional office environment as well as exposed to outside environmental conditions. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. This role also frequently requires the individual to sit, walk, talk, listen, use close eye acuity, use hands / fingers to grasp or type, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and pull. This position is also subject to noise and hazards as it relates to machinery, electrical current, high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

Required knowledge of the following tool, equipment, and software includes : computer, printer, hard drives, government systems, Windows11;  Windows Server 2022; Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and 9; Office Pro 2021; Visio 2016; SharePoint; VMware; Beyond Compare 4; PSPad Editor; GIT Server and Client (CM Management); Orion Network Performance Monitor; Adobe Pro.  May occasionally require use of MicroStation v8i (CAD); Cisco switches and software; SciTools. This position would also have limited use of SAN file systems; PowerChute Network Shutdown (UPS Software); Perforce (CM Management); and Active Perl .

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This position is on-site at Ft. Campbell, KY and will require adherence to Government site hours of operation. This position is a full-time position salaried exempt position, expected to work at least 80 hours a payroll period. This position may require evening / weekend work and work outside of the Government site hours of operations when needed to support Program needs.

Travel

Travel is not expected at this time.

Security Clearance

Secret clearance is required.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of activities, duties, responsibilities, and standards required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP / EEO Statement

NOVA Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity, consistent with Title VII), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.