Network Order Preparation Specialist

The One 23 Group; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The One 23 Group is hiring a Network Engineer for Order Preparation to support the provisioning lifecycle and manage service orders. The role requires a minimum Active Secret Security Clearance and a High School Diploma or equivalent, along with 2+ years of experience in military communications or related technical fields. Responsibilities include providing network engineering support, document management, and ensuring efficient service delivery. The position is on-site in Columbus, OH, with a day shift and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• 2+ years of military experience in a communications field or applicable technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in a communication field or applicable technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide network engineering and administrative support for DISA systems.
• Develop and process service orders from validated requests.
• Document and manage circuit paths across DISN.
• Support development and monitoring of enterprise network infrastructure.
• Resolve Held in Abeyance (HIA) items and escalate critical issues.
• Maintain accurate service order documentation.
• Validate QoS metrics and network performance.
• Troubleshoot systems and applications.

Skills

Network engineering support

Technical guidance

Troubleshooting systems

Quality of Service metrics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

At The One 23 Group, our mission is to set the benchmark for excellence in government services. We empower our clients in the Department of War, Intelligence Community, and Federal Civilian sectors to excel with our advanced capabilities. Our dedication lies in fostering a people‑first culture, underpinned by steadfast ethical principles. Embracing innovative technologies and process improvements, we are steadfast in our journey toward a future that is both bright and transformative.

The Position

The Network Engineer, Order Preparation supports the provisioning lifecycle throughout order entry, order preparation, solution design, and circuit activation. During the Order Preparation Phase, the position develops draft service orders from validated service requests and preliminary circuit designs, transitions approved requests into automated systems including documents circuit paths, and helps ensure efficient and cost‑effective service delivery through DISN or commercial resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide network engineering and administrative support for DISA systems; ensure alignment with mission objectives and analyze multi‑layer network transport layers.
• Develop and process service orders from validated requests, utilizing automated and classified systems (e.g., WWOLS).
• Document and manage circuit paths across DISN using government or commercial resources, ensuring cost‑effective service delivery.
• Support development and monitoring of enterprise network infrastructure (CAN, MAN, WAN) for classified and unclassified environments.
• Resolve Held in Abeyance (HIA) items and escalate mission‑critical issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with TSP requirements and maintain accurate service order tracking and schedules.
• Validate QoS metrics and network performance for DISN and commercial connections.
• Maintain accurate service order documentation, including MCLs, CP&D, and non‑conforming circuit lists.
• Communicate effectively and provide technical guidance across cross‑functional teams.
• Troubleshoot systems and applications; support network maintenance, upgrades, and performance optimization.
• Execute EIS transition activities, including circuit analysis and coordination on TSIPs.
• Support end‑to‑end circuit transitions, including POC validation, timeline management, and status reporting.
• Adhere to all safety, security, and compliance requirements and perform additional duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• On‑site in Columbus, OH.
• Day shift with flexibility for swing or alternate hours as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum Active Secret Security Clearance; AND,
• High School Diploma or equivalent; AND,
• 2+ years of military experience in a communications field or an applicable technical discipline; OR,
• 2+ years in an accredited technical training program, including 1 year of experience in an applicable communication field; OR,
• 2+ years of experience in a communication field or applicable technical discipline.

Equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.