Deployed Network Support Specialist

Zachary Piper Solutions; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Deployed Network Support Specialist to support expeditionary communications and network operations within the defense sector. This on-site role is based in Carderock, MD or Golf Port, MS and provides hands-on network and systems support to deployed units during planning, execution, and post-deployment phases.

The position emphasizes secure, reliable connectivity for forward-deployed personnel in dynamic environments, with responsibilities spanning deployment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of network or systems support in deployed/operational environments.
• Experience with enterprise networking technologies (routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, DNS, Active Directory, Exchange).
• Strong troubleshooting in mission-critical settings.
• Active Secret Clearance; IAT II certified and CCNA in progress.

Responsibilities

• Providing network engineering and technical guidance during deployment planning and execution phases
• Installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, DNS, Active Directory, and Exchange environments
• Delivering direct computer and network support to deployed units, including rapid resolution of operational issues
• Supporting Information Assurance (IA) training initiatives and assisting with the D-30 deployment process
• Coordinating logistics for deployment hardware and software, including transportation, import permits, foreign clearances, and post-deployment documentation

Skills

IAT II certification

CCNA (willing to obtain)

Active Secret Security Clearance

High-tempo deployment environments

Tools

Routers

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

DNS

Active Directory

Exchange

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Deployed Network Support Specialist to support a company focused on expeditionary communications and network operations within the defense sector. This position is on-site in Carderock, MD or Golf Port, MS. The Deployed Network Support Specialist will provide hands-on network and systems support to deployed units during planning, execution, and post-deployment phases. This role directly supports mission-critical operations by ensuring secure, reliable connectivity for forward-deployed personnel in dynamic operational environments.

Responsibilities for the Deployed Network Support Specialist include:

• Providing network engineering and technical guidance during deployment planning and execution phases
• Installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, DNS, Active Directory, and Exchange environments
• Delivering direct computer and network support to deployed units, including rapid resolution of operational issues
• Supporting Information Assurance (IA) training initiatives and assisting with the D-30 deployment process
• Coordinating logistics for deployment hardware and software, including transportation, import permits, foreign clearances, and post-deployment documentation

Required Qualifications for the Deployed Network Support Specialist include:

• 4+ years of experience providing network or systems support in deployed or operational environments
• Experience with enterprise networking technologies including routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, DNS, Active Directory, and Exchange
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, mission-critical settings
• IATII certification & willingness to get CCNA
• Active Secret Security Clearance