Network Operation Specialist (INS Lead)

  • Fort Belvoir, VA
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 9 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Deep Learning
Management
Collaboration
Cyber Security
Documentation
Regulatory Compliance
Reporting
Security Clearance
Network Design
Incident Management
Leadership
Communication
Organizational Skills
Security+
Network
Certified Ethical Hacker
Cloud Computing
GCIH
GSEC
SSCP
Cisco Certifications
GCIA
DoD
Network Operations
Continuous Delivery

Job Details

Job Title: Network Operations Specialist (INS Lead)
Location: Ft. Belvoir, VA or Quantico, VA
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required
Employment Type: Full-time

Work Role
441 - Network Operations Specialist (Intermediate)

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced INS Lead to oversee network operations and infrastructure services supporting a mission-critical DoD environment at Ft. Belvoir or Quantico. The INS Lead will manage day-to-day network operations, monitor network health and security, and ensure the availability, integrity, and reliability of enterprise systems.
This position is ideal for someone with proven leadership, strong problem-solving abilities, and deep network operations expertise who thrives in a secure, high-demand environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of network operations specialists
  • Oversee daily monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure
  • Ensure continuous network availability, performance, and security
  • Act as the escalation point for complex network incidents and outages
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems, and engineering teams to resolve issues
  • Maintain documentation of network configurations, topologies, and procedures
  • Enforce DoD security standards, policies, and compliance requirements
  • Track metrics and report on network performance and incident resolution

Required Qualifications
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Experience leading network operations teams in a DoD or federal environment
  • Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, security practices, and incident response
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Required Certifications (one or more)
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CND (Certified Network Defender)
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • Cloud+
  • GCIH, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP
  • SecurityX / CASP+
  • CCNA, CCNP Security, CCSP
  • GCED, GCIA, GCLD, GDSA, GFACT

Why Join Us
  • Lead a mission-critical DoD network operations team
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Collaborative, growth-oriented environment supporting national security

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Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
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