Navy CANES SME: Curriculum Architect for Training

DLH; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

DLH Corp in Norfolk, VA is hiring a CANES SME (Systems Analyst III) to join our team onsite at Naval Station Norfolk, supporting TACNET modernization and CANES baseline training. In this role you will translate fleet requirements into practical training products and ensure curriculum reflects current shipboard network practices.

The position requires hands-on CANES/COMPOSE experience, DoD cybersecurity qualifications within nine months, and an Active Secret clearance; you will develop courseware

Qualifications

• This position requires meeting the minimum personnel qualification requirements identified in the contract.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Navy TACNET, CANES, ISNS/COMPOSE, or other C4I systems.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum five years of experience supporting computerized systems including network protocols, system administration, or LAN environments.
• Experience with system configurations, upgrades, or baseline changes in an operational or sustainment environment.
• Strong understanding of shipboard network architecture and operational practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical documentation to real-world systems or training content.
• DoD 8570 and/or 8140 cybersecurity workforce qualification within nine months of hire date.
• Active Secret Clearance walking through the door.

Responsibilities

• Review system updates and configuration changes to ensure curriculum aligns with the latest CANES fleet baseline.
• Develop, update, and maintain CANES and C4I courseware, lesson plans, student guides, presentation materials, and practical lab exercises.
• Apply Instructional System Design methodology to define requirements and learning objectives.
• Utilize Navy authoring tools such as CPM/LOM and AIM to develop curriculum.
• Ensure training materials reflect real-world system administration practices and fleet standards.
• Support pilot courses and fleet training events.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and incorporate feedback to maintain technical accuracy and instructional quality.

Skills

Navy TACNET/CANES experience

Shipboard network knowledge

LAN/network administration

Technical documentation interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

VMware

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Windows Server

Cisco networking

Job description

DLH Corp in Norfolk, VA is hiring a CANES SME (Systems Analyst III) to join our team onsite at Naval Station Norfolk, supporting TACNET modernization and CANES baseline training. In this role you will translate fleet requirements into practical training products and ensure curriculum reflects current shipboard network practices.

The position requires hands-on CANES/COMPOSE experience, DoD cybersecurity qualifications within nine months, and an Active Secret clearance; you will develop courseware