CANES SME Curriculum Developer (Job 1385)

DLH•Norfolk, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

DLH is hiring a CANES SME (Systems Analyst III) to join our team onsite at Naval Station Norfolk, supporting TACNET modernization through the development of training aligned to the latest CANES baseline. In this role, you will transform system updates, configuration changes, and fleet requirements into practical training products used across the Navy. Success requires strong shipboard network expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to translate real-world system administration experience into effective training.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience supporting Navy TACNET, CANES, ISNS/COMPOSE, or other C4I systems
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum five (5) years of experience supporting computerized systems, including experience with network protocols, system administration, or LAN environments
Experience working with system configurations, upgrades, or baseline changes in an operational or sustainment environment
Strong understanding of shipboard network architecture and operational practices
Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical documentation to real-world systems or training content
DoD 8570 and/or 8140 Cybersecurity workforce qualified within nine (9) months of hire date
Active Secret Clearance walking through the door

Nice To Haves

Recent hands-on experience with CANES or COMPOSE
Background supporting fleet sustainment, Regional Maintenance Centers, or in-service engineering activities
Experience developing training materials, SOPs, technical guides, or configuration documentation
Familiarity with Navy training development processes or structured curriculum development
Experience working with virtualization platforms (VMware), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Windows Server, or Cisco networking
Prior experience mentoring or guiding personnel in technical environments

Responsibilities

Review system updates and configuration changes to ensure the curriculum aligns with the latest CANES fleet baseline.
Develop, update, and maintain CANES and C4I courseware, lesson plans, student guides, presentation materials, and practical lab exercises.
Apply structured training development processes, including the Instructional System Design methodology, to define requirements and establish learning objectives.
Utilize Navy authoring tools such as CPM/LOM and AIM to develop and manage curriculum.
Ensure training materials accurately reflect real-world system administration practices and fleet operational standards.
Support pilot courses and fleet training events.
Evaluate training effectiveness and incorporate feedback to maintain technical accuracy and instructional quality.