Network Operations Center Technician

Network Operations Center Technician - 29872 Requisition Number:29872 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range:$60,463.00-$72,000.00 Security Clearance:Secret Level of Experience:Entry Level This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’s Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Summary Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is looking to hire a Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician supporting the Air National Guard (ANG) Distributed Training Operations Center (DTOC) in Des Moines, IA. This candidate will join a robust IT team that supports all Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) events, mission networks, site connections support activities, cyber security and other related functions. Key Job Responsibilities The NOC Technician will be responsible for performing assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identifies systems and networks that deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy, evaluating incident response procedures and capabilities and monitoring, controlling, and isolating problems in a data communications network. One will also monitor all network activity, activate/deactivate network lines according to established schedules, perform first- and/or second-level problem determination (first level is help desk) and interface with users and/or network vendors. Other duties include, but are not limited to the following: Configuration for all DMO events. Initial account creation for all DTOC mission networks. Monitoring the health of mission networks. Monitoring status of circuits. Plan for and respond to service outages and other problems. Assign, modify and delete passwords and user privileges. Implement client workstations software patches, security fixes and service releases. Provide first level of SIEM notification support. What you must have 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience. Experience in basic Microsoft Windows system and user account administration. Experience in basic network monitoring and identifying/mitigating potential network outages. Must be able to become expert user of DIS Gateway Core and GUI, to provide expert understanding of connectivity between remote sites to the DTOC, and to the Event Control Center. Experience analyzing network traffic and troubleshooting DIS/HLA packets with Wireshark, DPA, or similar software tools. Basic understanding of continuous monitoring methodologies and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and first phase analysis of security scans. Basic understanding of DIS/HLA IP-based radio communication solutions, and commonly used simulation Image and Environment Generator applications. Must have a CompTIA Security + Certification or IAT level II equivalent. Must have a current or active DoD secret security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge or experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) DISA ACAS Training/Certified. Knowledge of PC operations in Linux and Windows NT based operating systems Experience with operating systems and relational database management systems such as SQL Server Expertise in principles, practices, and techniques in the install and maintenance of hardware Physical Requirements May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies. HII is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices wellness resources employee assistance programs Savings Plan Options (401(k)) financial planning tools life insurance employee discounts paid holidays and paid time off tuition reimbursement early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? 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