Description
Identifies positions requiring soldiers qualified to operate and maintain the Defense Satellite Communications Systems (DSCS) Defense Operations Control System (DOCS) and the Ground Control System.
Core Skills
- satellite communications operations
- network monitoring and control
- SATCOM link budgeting and planning
- fault isolation and troubleshooting
- equipment installation and alignment
- frequency management and deconfliction
- documentation and log keeping
- incident response and escalation
- coordination with network operations centers
- preventive maintenance
- technical procedure adherence
- teamwork in 24x7 operations
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Service Provider)
- Juniper Networks Certified Associate – Junos (JNCIA-Junos)
- Global VSAT Forum (GVF) Satellite Communications Certifications
- Certified Satellite Network Professional (industry vendor programs)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Civilian Career Paths
- SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
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