Network Operations Center Technician I - Monitoring Cell (Sensor) at Computer World Services (Lackland Afb, TX)
Computer World Services· Lackland Afb, TX·
Role details
Job description
In support of Network/Cyberspace Operations mission, directly supporting Air Force Information Networks (AFIN) Mission Assurance Center (AMAC), Monitor networks and systems.
Monitors and maintains the Air Force’s network systems. Troubleshoots network systems when necessary and makes improvements to the networks, tools, and procedures.
Monitoring and Sensor Operations: The contractor shall monitor, identify, analyze, document, and report on events and incidents occurring on AFIN systems to include 16 AF operated systems and reported AFIN end-user degradations and outages.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
- Identifying, documenting and reporting outages or degradations of 16 AF operated systems
- Communicating directly with 26 NOS, 83 NOS, 561 NOS, 691 COS, 690 COS, MCCCs, 616 Operations Center (OC), and AMAC Crew representatives on network outages and concerns and providing direct support to cyber operations across the AFIN
- Utilizing AFIN monitoring tools (currently, SolarWinds, Net Cool, Remedy, and Mission Assurance Decision Support System (MADSS))
- Performing routine hardware/software checks for 16 AF operated equipment including: routers, switches, firewalls, web proxies, and servers (Domain Controllers, Exchange, Certificate Authorities, etc.)
- De-conflicting ASIs with identified system degradations/outages
- Recording routine checks in Master Station Log
- Collecting, documenting, and reporting actionable intelligence for initial event and incident response
- Performing routine queries of incident management database to identify end-user AFIN issues
Education & Experience
- Requires an associate degree or equivalent and 0-2 years of related experience -OR- 3-5 years of related experience
Certifications
- Required: IAT II = CySA+, Security+, CCNA - Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP or higher (Typically Sec+)
- Desired: ITIL v4 Foundation
Security Clearance
- Active Top Secret Clearance
Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)
- This is a 24/7/365 mission, and the ability to support Days, Swings, and Mids operations is required. If a temporary schedule change is required to support operations, you will be provided with as much notice as the situation allows.
- Certification requirements are subject to change at the government's direction. If this occurs you will have 120 days to become compliant.
Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@cwsc.com
Why work at Computer World Services
- Culture Highlights: Collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting national security and federal operations. Emphasis on integrity and excellence.
- Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy: Hybrid workspace – employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work. Many roles are fully remote; on-site positions exist at government facilities (e.g., Scott AFB, IL; Washington, D.C.).
- Notable Perks & Benefits (from cwsc.com/employee-benefits):
- Medical, dental, and vision plans (United Healthcare)
- 15 days PTO accrued from day one + 11 company holidays
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year
- 401(k) with 4% company match (Safe Harbor, 100% vested immediately)
- Short & long-term disability (100% employer-paid)
- Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit and parking)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous parental leave (from Built In)
- Engineering Culture: Focus on cybersecurity, network operations, DevSecOps, and systems engineering. Use of AI in hiring process (applicants are informed). Strong support for professional development via tuition reimbursement.