Network Lead

Summary

The Network Lead will provide high-quality operational support for SWFLANT’s classified and unclassified network infrastructure, including wired and wireless systems, servers, and enterprise services. This role is responsible for leading day-to-day network operations, ensuring compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW), DoD cybersecurity standards, and Cyberspace Workforce (CWF) requirements. The Network Lead directs and supports network administration, troubleshooting, and sustainment activities while serving as the technical lead for enterprise connectivity and communications systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily network operations, ensuring reliable and secure access to NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and associated classified/unclassified systems.
• Install, configure, operate, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, TACLANEs, IDS/IPS, and other network appliances.
• Support enterprise email systems, VoIP infrastructure, and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core network services in accordance with DoD and SSP requirements.
• Provide backup, recovery, and disaster recovery support in line with SSP contingency planning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve connectivity issues escalated from the Help Desk, coordinating with Government and contractor stakeholders.
• Implement DISA STIGs, Navy cybersecurity requirements, and SSP enterprise secure configuration templates.
• Test, validate, and deploy network hardware replacements, software patches, and service packs.
• Monitor and maintain network logs, documenting system performance, changes, and maintenance actions.
• Coordinate and participate in Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, ensuring accurate reporting and alignment with enterprise IT initiatives.
• Maintain network-related SOPs, documentation, and secure baselines.
• Ensure accountability and proper handling of COMSEC equipment and cryptographic material.
• Provide on-call support for critical services outside of normal operating hours as required.
• Prepare and deliver required contract deliverables (CDRLs), including weekly status reports, metrics, and inventory updates.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Networking, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in network operations and administration within a DoD or enterprise IT environment.
• Must meet DoD Cyber Workforce (CWF) requirements: at a minimum level of IAT II, Per DoD 8570.01-M Work Role: DCWF Code 451, Proficiency Level: Intermediate, per DoD Directive 8140.01 and SECNAV M-5239.2.
• Must maintain required computing environment/operating system certifications (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, VMware).
• Top Secret clearance.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in network architecture, administration, and troubleshooting in both classified and unclassified DoD environments.
• Proficiency with Cisco networking technologies, firewalls, VoIP, and VDI platforms.
• Knowledge of DoD and Navy cybersecurity requirements, including RMF, DISA STIGs, and vulnerability management processes.
• Ability to manage enterprise services (AD, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, SQL) and maintain secure configurations.
• Skilled in preparing technical documentation, SOPs, change logs, and system baselines.
• Demonstrated leadership in directing network support teams and collaborating with cross-functional IT groups.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to brief technical status to both Government and contractor leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive priorities.
• Commitment to integrity, accountability, and mission-focused service delivery.
• Ability to travel if required.

How you’ll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.

Benefits

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.

Chenega MIOS’s culture

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.

Corporate citizenship

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities. Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.