Tier 1 Network Monitor

Apex Systems; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Tier 1 Network Monitor for a 6-month contract-to-hire at Langley AFB, Hampton, VA. This fully on-site role supports 24/7 network operations with four 10-hour shifts per week and after four months, rotation between weekday and weekend schedules; overnight coverage may be required.

Must obtain/maintain DoD TS clearance and possess IAT II (Security+). The position requires working in a high-availability environment, monitoring and troubleshooting, and providing

Qualifications

• DoD Top Secret clearance required.
• 2–3 years IT or enterprise network management experience.
• IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+) required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fault management 24/7 to detect and correct network anomalies.
• Monitor network nodes for operational integrity and respond to trouble calls.
• Create and maintain trouble tickets/logs documenting anomalies and actions.
• Provide technical support to resolve problems or escalate as needed.
• Monitor and administer network tools for troubleshooting and performance analysis.
• Log network issues in the approved system of record for tracking.

Skills

Network monitoring tools

Routing & switching

Troubleshooting enterprise networks

Job description

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Job#: 3053947

Job Description:

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Tier 1 Network Monitor

Location: Hampton, Virginia, Langley AFB

Work Arrangement: Fully On‑Site

Type: 6‑month contract‑to‑hire with client

Pay: Up to $32/hr

Schedule: Four 10‑hour shifts per week. New hires will initially work a Monday through Thursday day shift. After approximately four months on contract, employees will begin rotating monthly between weekday and weekend schedules. Flexibility for overnight coverage is required as needed.

Role Overview

This position supports the 24/7 operations of a client’s global enterprise network. The Tier 1 Network Monitor will join a team responsible for mission management and network operations, providing Tier 1 network monitoring, operational support, troubleshooting, and help desk services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fault management to detect, isolate, and correct network and system anomalies on a 24/7 basis.
• Monitor network nodes for operational integrity and respond to trouble calls.
• Initiate and maintain trouble tickets and logs to document anomalies and corrective actions.
• Populate and review trouble logs for troubleshooting and to capture metrics for trend analysis.
• Provide technical support to resolve problems or elevate issues to the appropriate level.
• Monitor and administer network tools for troubleshooting and performance analysis.
• Log network issues using the approved system of record for problem and maintenance tracking.
• Provide technical support related to data network planning, engineering, and design.
• Report trouble calls upon receipt and provide hourly updates until resolution.
• Provide quarterly metrics illustrating trends and workload.
• Support network architecture and data traffic routing for ISR data across the Wide Area Network (WAN).
• Detect network faults and initiate restoration actions for circuits, trunks, and equipment.
• Perform network activities such as provisioning bandwidth and preparing and testing circuits.

Required Qualifications

Clearance

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance.

Experience

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in IT or enterprise network management.

Certifications

• Must possess an IAT Level II certification, such as Security+.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of network monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of network routing and switching.
• Experience troubleshooting network or system issues in an enterprise environment.

Work Environment & Schedule

This is a full-time, fully on‑site position at Langley AFB in Hampton, Virginia, supporting a 24/7 network operations environment.

• Employees work four 10‑hour shifts per week.
• Initial Schedule: New hires will begin on a Monday through Thursday day shift.
• Day‑shift schedules may include:
  • 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• After approximately four months on contract , employees will begin rotating monthly between:
  • Weekday Schedule: Monday through Thursday
  • Weekend Schedule: Thursday through Sunday
• Weekend shifts will follow the same shift hours as the weekday schedule.
• Overnight coverage is not expected to be the primary schedule , but candidates must be flexible to support night shifts if additional coverage is needed.
• If assigned to overnight coverage, employees will maintain the same four‑day structure of either Monday through Thursday or Thursday through Sunday , with the shift hours changing to overnight hours.
• Any transition to overnight coverage would generally occur approximately every four months, if needed , based on operational coverage requirements.
• Candidates should be comfortable working within a 24/7 operations environment and maintaining schedule flexibility to support team coverage needs.

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on‑demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.