Senior Cyber Network Operator

Volume Integration•Chantilly, VA

9h•$137,677 - $190,545

About The Position

As a Senior Cyber Network Operator in Chantilly, Virginia, you will configure, maintain, and evaluate technical infrastructure supporting specialized operational requirements and national security objectives. You will work with technical professionals and mission partners, applying networking, systems administration, and technical-specification knowledge to prepare infrastructure, assess risks, and resolve complex technical challenges. The role requires managing competing priorities, communicating technical findings, and collaborating across teams to support evolving mission needs. The position requires a TS/SCI with an FSP clearance and a medical clearance. A bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline and at least seven years of relevant technical experience are required. The stated salary range is $137,677 to $190,545; final compensation depends on qualifications, experience, location, and contractual considerations and may fall outside the range. NS2 Mission describes its culture as inclusive, focused on health and well-being, and supportive of flexible working models. The company also provides accessibility accommodations to applicants who need them.

Requirements

Required medical clearance.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
At least 7 years of experience in a relevant technical field, such as cyber network operations, network engineering, systems administration, or related IT disciplines.
Government certification or equivalent qualification, as required for the position.
Ability to understand technical specifications and evaluate technical requirements.
Knowledge of computer networking architecture, fundamental network analysis, internet functionality, ISP connectivity, and network traffic.
Systems administration knowledge across Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems.
Ability to evaluate technical risks and clearly communicate findings and recommendations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research, prioritize, and synthesize large amounts of technical information.
TS/SCI with an FSP clearance requirement.

Nice To Haves

Cybersecurity certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, GXPN, GPEN, or equivalent.
Familiarity with large-scale service components, including web servers, databases, load balancers, caching servers, and storage clusters.
Understanding of mobile technologies and their implementations.
Experience supporting network infrastructure, systems administration, or technical operations in complex environments.
Ability to independently research unfamiliar technologies and develop practical solutions to technical challenges.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and manage network technologies, including routers, switches, database servers, and related infrastructure supporting operational activities.
Prepare and maintain operational infrastructure, including intermediate platforms required for mission objectives.
Guide colleagues and mission partners on operational methodologies, tool development, equipment functionality, and technical coordination.
Interpret technical specifications and evaluate infrastructure configurations for suitability to operational requirements.
Analyze network architecture, internet functionality, ISP connectivity, and network traffic to support technical assessments.
Apply systems administration knowledge across Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems for configuration and troubleshooting.
Identify and assess technical risks and communicate potential issues and recommended courses of action.
Conduct technical network analysis and apply analytical reasoning to troubleshoot problems and inform decisions.
Research, analyze, and synthesize technical information from multiple sources for operational planning and technical recommendations.
Manage concurrent assignments, prioritize competing requirements, and deliver results with minimal supervision.
Communicate technical findings and complex concepts through documentation, briefings, and collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Maintain assigned infrastructure and supporting technologies in a state of operational readiness.