Marine Corps MOS · IT & Cyber
0630 Network Engineering Officer
Overview
A Network Engineering Officer analyzes, designs, deploys, maintains, and manages network infrastructure that enables command and control. The officer plans and budgets network work, directs secure integration and quality control, and manages routing, switching, circuits, transport, encryption, cybersecurity boundaries, monitoring, and connectivity across deployed and garrison networks.
Minimum clearance: Secret, often with SCI exposure
Core Skills
- network architecture and design
- routing and switching
- network security engineering
- QoS and performance optimization
- IP addressing and subnetting
- mission planning and requirements analysis
- budgeting and cost estimation
- technical leadership and mentoring
- quality assurance and configuration control
- troubleshooting complex network issues
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Ansible software
- Border Gateway Protocol BGP
- IBM Terraform
- Linux
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
Civilian Career Paths
- Network Engineering
- Network Operations
- Cybersecurity
- IT Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- CompTIA Linux+
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- CompTIA SecurityX
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Associate
What the Work Involves
- Develop disaster recovery plans.
- Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
- Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
- Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
- Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
Related Occupations
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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