Network Technician III

Perform network operations; provide knowledge transfer for all supported functions, conduct analysis, provide tech refresh/upgrades recommendations, install, configure, document, monitor, and operate and maintain hardware and software to continuously maintain and enhance organizational networks/domains. Provide O&M for the end-to-end system for the network to include but not limited to facility cable plant, layer 2 and 3 devices, intrusion detection system (IDS), encryption devices, modeling and simulation, and configuration management. Support technical staff assistance of all assigned projects pertaining to network inter-operability and integration requirements. Support desktop/server and software network connectivity. Support software and firmware maintenance on network devices. Support account management, work with the Information Systems Management (ISM) and provide support in the detection of network problems. Identify and resolve problems associated with hardware and network systems using USAFCENT network monitoring and analysis tools. Perform and manage all COMSEC related activities required to operate and maintain required encryption devices. Support all circuit actions as required IAW USAFCENT Standard Operating Procedures. Monitor network administration access and adherence to established policies and procedures. Develop and submit a Network Support Monthly Status Report. Document network performance to establish a baseline of the network and endpoints. Respond to OCONUS emergency outages.