Network Support Specialist

Network Support SpecialistThis position is contingent upon the award of a contract. We will provide updates on the status of the contract and next steps during the hiring process.Minimum Qualifications SummaryCertification & Education - Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas. Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301. Current DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above or SEC +, NET + certified and Voice/Video Network Certification, preferably CISCO certified. Must possess a SECRET Security Clearance.Experience Required - Preferred: Prior experience and operational knowledge of design and implementation of upgrades and migrations for MARCENT voice, video, local and wide area networks. Preferred: Prior experience and operational knowledge of architecture and implementation of network and security solutions that meet or exceed internal and external command requirements. Five years' military experience.Job ObjectiveUnder a five-year contract, the Network Support Specialist will support the United States Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) and subordinate commands. The scope of the requirement includes professional services for MARCENT located aboard MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), Florida, which serves as a Component Command to U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM). Specifically, the Network Support Specialist will support the Communication Directorate (G-6) within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). The G-6 provides communication support to MARCENT as well as command, control, communications, and computer (C4) policy advocacy to CENTCOM Communications (CCJ6) and HQMC agencies. The G-6 conducts C4 planning and validation for USMC forces operating in the CENTCOM AOR.ResponsibilitiesProvide Network Support services to the MARCENT G-6Assist in the design and implementation of upgrades and migrations for MARCENT voice, video, local and wide area networksConfigure and maintain equipment in support of voice over IP and video teleconferencingRecommend new technologies for use with operational sitesOptimize data center infrastructure for enhanced functionality, security and managementAssist with architecture and implementation of network and security solutions that meet or exceed internal and external command requirements by working closely with the usersCoordinate efficiently and effectively, at all levels of the organization, with all classificationsSupport a client base of customers in a service-oriented environmentEnsure services are provided to cover core hours of 0600 to 1800 Monday thru Friday (excluding Federal Holidays and maintenance schedule hours) and, when required, be available for after core hours consultation and recallAccount for system maintenance schedule every Thursday from 1900 to 2300.Education & CertificationMust possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.Current DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above or SEC +, NET + certified and Voice/Video Network Certification, preferably CISCO certifiedSecurity ClearanceMust possess a SECRET Security ClearanceWork LocationMARCENT, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, FloridaTravel: Contractor personnel must support the projected travel in support of government requirements to MARCENT AOR and supporting locations, which includes but not limited to the following countries: Bahrain, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Djibouti, Cyprus, Turkey, Italy, and Greece. The ideal candidate will be available for travel on less than 24 hours-notice to support personnel recovery and training for forward deployed forces. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to execute OCONUS travel throughout the Central Command (CENTCOM) AOR.About LukosLukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years. We help a variety of federal agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies. About Our Name: Lukos is ancient Greek for "wolf". The characteristics of the wolf match our approach to national security. The wolf is known for cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. An individual wolf is smart, strong, and resilient, but the true strength of wolves is their ability to work together as a wolfpack. Kipling said it best in The Law of the Jungle. "For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack." At Lukos we take care of our pack by offering full time employees competitive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays. Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.