Cyber Network Operator (Full Performance)

Volume Integration • Chantilly, VA

3d • $115,453 - $147,077

About The Position

NS2 Mission is hiring a Cyber Network Operator (Full Performance) in Chantilly, Virginia, to support critical national security missions. The role involves configuring, maintaining, and evaluating network infrastructure and technical capabilities that enable complex cyber operations. Working with cyber professionals and mission partners, the operator supports operational infrastructure, analyzes network environments, and helps ensure systems and tools are prepared for evolving mission requirements. The position applies expertise in networking, system administration, mobile technologies, and technical analysis in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, at least five years of relevant technical experience, required medical clearance for operational duties, and a government certification or equivalent qualification as required for the position. A TS/SCI clearance with an FSP is required. Travel within and outside the continental United States and work outside normal business hours may be necessary based on operational requirements.

The stated salary range is $115,453 to $147,077. Final compensation depends on qualifications, experience, location, and contractual considerations and may fall outside that range. NS2 Mission states that it offers a benefits package, but the posting does not enumerate specific benefits. The company describes its culture as inclusive, focused on health and well-being, and supportive of flexible working models.

Requirements

• Required medical clearance for operational duties.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in a technical field relevant to cyber network engineering or related IT and cybersecurity operations.
• Government certification or equivalent qualification, as required for the position.
• Understanding of mobile technologies and their implementations.
• Knowledge of computer networking architecture, fundamental network analysis, internet functionality, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and network traffic.
• System administration knowledge across Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems.
• Familiarity with large-scale service components, including web servers, databases, load balancers, caching servers, and storage clusters.
• Ability to assess technical risk, communicate findings, and contribute to sound technical decision-making.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing mission needs.
• Willingness and ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS and work outside standard business hours when operational requirements dictate.
• TS/SCI clearance with an FSP.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring such clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, GXPN, GPEN, or equivalent.
• Creativity and resourcefulness in researching, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with minimal supervision.
• Experience parsing and analyzing files in structured and unstructured formats to identify and extract relevant technical information.
• Experience supporting cyber operations, network analysis, or related mission-focused technical activities.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and manage network technologies, including routers, switches, database servers, and related infrastructure used for operational activities.
• Establish and maintain operational infrastructure, including intermediate platforms supporting mission requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and mission partners to share operational methodologies, explain equipment functionality, support tool development, and coordinate technical activities.
• Analyze network architectures, traffic patterns, internet functionality, and service-provider connectivity to support operational objectives.
• Apply system administration knowledge across Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot technical environments.
• Evaluate technical risks, identify potential issues, and communicate findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Assess network infrastructure and supporting service components, including web servers, databases, load balancers, caching servers, and storage clusters.
• Support technical-data analysis and interpretation by extracting, parsing, and examining files in structured and unstructured formats.
• Communicate technical findings, operational considerations, and potential risks clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Use analytical thinking and sound judgment to troubleshoot issues, evaluate alternatives, and support operational decision-making.
• Manage multiple assignments and adjust priorities to meet changing operational requirements.
• Travel within the continental United States and outside the continental United States, and work outside normal business hours when operational requirements dictate.

Benefits

• The company states that it offers a benefits package designed to support employees and their families; specific benefits are not listed.
• The company describes flexible working models and a focus on health and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level