NOC Analyst

Level 1 NOC Analyst / Network Support TechnicianPosition OverviewWe are seeking a Level 1 NOC Analyst / Network Support Technician to provide frontline monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident support for enterprise and industrial network environments.This role is ideal for someone with foundational networking experience who can methodically troubleshoot connectivity issues, manage support tickets, follow documented procedures, and escalate effectively to Network or Security Engineers. The environment is highly process-driven, and success depends just as much on documentation, communication, and follow-through as technical knowledge.The position provides exposure to networking, network security, operational technology (OT), and industrial infrastructure while working alongside experienced engineering resources.Related Job TitlesNOC AnalystNetwork Support TechnicianNetwork Operations TechnicianNetwork Support AnalystInfrastructure Support AnalystJunior Network AdministratorService Desk AnalystTier 1 Network AnalystIdeal CandidateThe strongest candidate does not need to be a Network Engineer. Someone coming from a NOC, network-focused service desk, junior network administration, infrastructure support, or Tier 1 technical support background can be a strong fit if they demonstrate:Troubleshoot logically document thoroughly follow the process escalate intelligently.What I changed: I removed the client/company name, named individuals, specific customers/sites, interview process, internal staffing details, and commercially sensitive context. I kept the networking stack and expanded the practical troubleshooting scope so an external candidate can quickly understand both what they will support and how technical they need to be.Anchorage, Alaska | On-siteThe underlying qualification discussion identifies the Level 1 NOC opening as being associated with the Anchorage NOC, so I would use Anchorage rather than Houston for external advertising unless the requirement has subsequently been changed. Top Skills for Success1. Network Troubleshooting & Incident TriageAbility to investigate network alerts and connectivity problems, establish scope and impact, perform initial diagnostics, and determine whether an issue can be resolved at Level 1 or requires engineering escalation.2. Networking FundamentalsWorking knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, routing, switching, firewalls, and general network connectivity troubleshooting.3. Monitoring & Incident ManagementExperience monitoring infrastructure alerts, working from dashboards, managing incidents through a ticketing system, determining severity, and tracking issues through resolution.4. Process Adherence & Technical DocumentationAbility to follow customer-specific runbooks, troubleshooting procedures, escalation paths, and support playbooks while maintaining accurate ticket notes.5. Communication & OwnershipStrong written and verbal communication, responsiveness, organization, and the ability to provide engineers with concise technical details when escalating an incident.*****The role is intentionally Level 1. Deep expertise in every network platform is not expected. The underlying requirement is the ability to monitor, triage, troubleshoot, document, and escalate consistently.Technical ScopeResponsibilities may include:Monitor network alerts, dashboards, and infrastructure health.Investigate network outages, degradation, and connectivity incidents.Perform initial root-cause analysis and Level 1 troubleshooting.Validate whether an issue is isolated to an endpoint, local network, WAN, VPN, DNS/DHCP service, firewall, or upstream infrastructure.Gather logs, symptoms, timestamps, affected systems, and troubleshooting results before escalation.Troubleshoot basic TCP/IP connectivity and addressing issues.Investigate DNS resolution and DHCP addressing problems.Support VPN connectivity troubleshooting.Apply basic routing and switching concepts during incident investigation.Perform first-level firewall and network-security troubleshooting.Monitor availability and network-performance conditions.Create, update, prioritize, and resolve incident/service tickets.Follow documented troubleshooting playbooks and escalation procedures.Escalate incidents to Network or Security Engineers with complete technical documentation.Communicate incident status to applicable stakeholders.Participate in operational handoffs and incident reviews.Maintain detailed notes documenting troubleshooting steps, findings, actions, and resolution.The broader environment can also generate server, endpoint, and other infrastructure-related tickets, so candidates with broad IT support fundamentals are valuable even though network support is the primary focus. Technologies & PlatformsCandidates should have experience with or foundational knowledge of:Core NetworkingTCP/IPIPv4 addressing and subnetting fundamentalsDNSDHCPLAN/WAN connectivityVPN technologiesRouting and switchingNetwork availability and performance monitoringBasic firewall conceptsNetwork & Security Platforms Experience with one or more of the following is beneficial:Cisco networking technologiesFortinet / FortiGatePalo Alto NetworksEnterprise firewallsVPN platformsNetwork monitoring and alerting platformsTicketing / incident-management systemsIndustrial / OT Exposure Experience is helpful, but not required, with:Operational Technology (OT)Industrial Control Systems (ICS)Industrial networkingCritical infrastructure environmentsOil & gas, energy, utilities, manufacturing, or similar operational environmentsPurdue Model conceptsNIST guidanceIEC 62443 conceptsPrior OT/ICS experience should be treated as a differentiator rather than an automatic knockout criterion. Required Experience1-5 years of experience in NOC operations, network support, service desk, infrastructure support, technical support, or a comparable technical environment.Hands-on experience troubleshooting technical or network connectivity issues.Foundational understanding of enterprise networking.Experience working within a ticketing or incident-management system.Ability to follow established technical procedures and escalation paths.Strong documentation and note-taking skills.Strong written and verbal communication.Ability to work independently while recognizing when engineering escalation is appropriate.Preferred ExperiencePrevious NOC or managed-services experience.Network monitoring and alert-response experience.Cisco, Fortinet, or Palo Alto exposure.Firewall or VPN troubleshooting.Incident management or SLA-driven support.Network security or SOC exposure.OT/ICS or industrial networking exposure.Experience supporting multiple technical environments or customers.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Anchorage, AK.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Anchorage, AK.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Anchorage,AK.About TEKsystemsWe're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Job SummaryJob number: JP-006367972Profession: Network Engineer