Army MOS · IT & Cyber
25H Network Communication Systems Specialist (Net Com Sys Spec)
Overview
A Network Communication Systems Specialist supervises, installs, operates, and performs limited field level maintenance on fiber, cabling, wiring, network nodes, control centers, satellite communications systems, and associated equipment. The specialist manages, troubleshoots, and reengineers network assets and services communications security devices, assigned vehicles, power generators, and equipment.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- network infrastructure installation
- fiber and copper cabling
- IP networking and routing
- satellite and radio communications support
- network node operations
- network troubleshooting
- network management and monitoring
- field-level maintenance of comms equipment
- COMSEC handling procedures
- planning and setup of tactical networks
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Ansible software
- Bash
- Linux
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
Civilian Career Paths
- Network Engineering
- Telecommunications
- Network Operations
- Help Desk Support
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+ · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- CompTIA Security+ · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
- BICSI Technician
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
- Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.
- Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.
- Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.
Related Occupations
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Database Administrators
- Computer Network Architects
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 25H. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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