Network Installation Technician

Agile Defense, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense in Norfolk, VA seeks a Network Installation Tech to install and validate network systems for DoD missions. You will coordinate with engineering teams, prepare installation designs, and ensure MSC/ABS compliance.

Requirements include 8–10 years Windows experience, DoD 8140 certifications (Security+, Network+, CySA+, CASP+, CCNA/CCNP, GSEC, GCIA, GCWN, GCIH, CEH, plus Microsoft security certs) and an active Secret clearance. Salary is $80,000-$90,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of related experience, specifically in Windows.
• Active Secret security clearance is required.
• Must hold the DoD‑approved certifications required for a Network Operations Specialist under the 8140.02/8140.03 rules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver Installation Design Plan (IDP) and As-Built Drawing packages per MSC and ABS standards.
• Provide troubleshooting and fault remediation to support installation and CRQ implementation.
• Support facility and system installations, modifications, and changes.
• Assist installation of system components and activation/migration of related elements.
• Develop rollback plans for LRIP system baselines if installation is not feasible.

Skills

Windows

Education

Security+ CE, Network+ CE, CySA+, CASP+, CCNA, CCNP, GSEC, GCIA, GCWN, GCIH, CEH

Tools

Microsoft Security/Compliance/Identity Certifications

Job description

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #:

1952

Job Title:

Network Installation Tech

Location:

Norfolk, VA

Clearance Level:

Secret, Must have clearance to start

Required Certification(s):

Must hold the DoD‑approved certifications required for a Network Operations Specialist under the 8140.02/8140.03 rules: Security+ CE, Network+ CE, CySA+, CASP+, CCNA, CCNP, GSEC, GCIA, GCWN, GCIH, CEH, Microsoft Security/Compliance/Identity Certifications.

The U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) is the premier provider of ocean transportation to the Department of Defense (DOD). The MSC is a pivotal role as a single DOD manager for sea transportation, operates a worldwide command using a Government/Contractor-owned fleet of many active ships, which supply strategic and operational sealift to meet national defense objectives.

The MSC has an extensive global shore support organization focused on ensuring that the MSC fleet will meet United States Navy (USN) Fleet and Joint commander requirements. This shore infrastructure includes a headquarters in the Virginia area, area commands, and support units located worldwide. To meet the need for high operational availability, MSC shore personnel and the Contractor workforce provide support for troubleshooting, repair, sustainment, and maintenance. The technical products and services provided through the ITESS Task Order deliver support for MSC Organizations and ship class.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver both Installation Design Plan (IDP) and As-Built Drawing packages in accordance with both MSC and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Standards.
• Provide technical troubleshooting, fault isolation and fault remediation to assist the Afloat Operations installation team to resolve any issues encountered during system installation or CRQ implementation process.
• Support facility and system installations, modifications, and changes.
• Support physical and/or logical installation of the system and systems elements, the installation of any necessary component devices, the installation of all required facility relatedelements, the activation and/or migration of associated components.
• Support activities for de-installation, deactivation and technology upgrades/refreshes.
• Review and follow all Pre-Installation Test and Check-Out Procedures.
• Provide Pre-Installation Test and Check-Out (PITCO) Procedures for systems under engineering activities that shall serve as test bed prior to LRIP and FRP.
• For all installations, provide a detailed Rollback Plan (RBP) for engineering activities to include a defined process for successful rollback of LRIP system to the prior MSC system baseline platform(s) should LRIP installation be deemed not feasible during installation.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of related experience, specifically in Windows
• Must hold the DoD‑approved certifications required for a Network Operations Specialist under the 8140.02/8140.03 rules: Security+ CE, Network+ CE, CySA+, CASP+, CCNA, CCNP, GSEC, GCIA, GCWN, GCIH, CEH, Microsoft Security/Compliance/Identity Certifications
• Active Secret security clearance

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities