Network Control Technician (Network Communications 3)

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies seeks a NITE Network Control Technician to administer, maintain, and defend Navy NETTN infrastructure supporting enterprise modeling and simulation.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teams to monitor servers and networks, performing Windows admin tasks, applying STIGs, patching Microsoft servers, and leveraging VMware and SolarWinds for performance monitoring. Strong problem solving and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 3 years with a Master's; 0 with PhD/JD; or 9 years with HS diploma.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.
• Must possess or obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance.
• Experience with Windows client/server administration and patching.
• Experience with VMware.
• Experience with STIGs and patch management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with teams to update, monitor, and maintain servers, workstations, and network devices.
• Perform Windows client/server administration, maintenance, and patching.
• Configure systems per DoD STIG guidance and security requirements.
• Other duties as assigned and collaborate within a team.

Skills

Windows administration

Network troubleshooting

STIG implementation

VMware

SolarWinds

DoD cybersecurity

Customer focus

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High school diploma + 9 years experience

Tools

Cisco switching

Windows servers

Linux (basic)

Job description

Job Overview

Leadership at HII is a mindset that encourages every employee to grow, lead, and contribute—regardless of role. The Leadership Capability Framework shapes development and sets expectations for both employees and leaders.

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

Job Description

The Navy Integrated Training Environment (NITE) Network Control Technician is responsible for administration, maintenance, and cybersecurity defense of all Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN) client, server, and network infrastructure used to support enterprise-wide modeling and simulation applications and services for the NITE.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Work in close coordination with other team members and departments to update, monitor and maintain servers, workstations, and network devices used throughout the enterprise.
• Perform Microsoft Windows client/server administration, maintenance, and patching.
• Configure systems in compliance with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Provide independent work ability and collaborate within a team.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field; 3 years relevant experience with a Master's degree; 0 years experience with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Experience with Windows desktop operating systems (WIN11).
• Experience with Cisco switching and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Experience digesting and implementing DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG).
• Experience with patching Microsoft servers and workstations.
• Experience with VMware.
• Experience with network and performance monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Strong technical troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to quickly read, understand, and apply technical information.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong customer focus with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Use of Enterprise Patching systems.
• Cisco experience.
• Linux, Microsoft, or Cisco certification.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

Benefits

HII offers competitive benefits such as best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus or other non‑recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.