Description
Network Administrators install operate and maintain local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) to enable command and control. Typical duties include routing/switching configuration, cybersecurity, premise wiring, installation of network components. They establish technical control sites, conduct fault analysis, circuit testing and end to end troubleshooting. Additional responsibilities include, network monitoring and quality of service (QOS) to maintain adequate bandwidth utilization in of communication networks and data services. Network Administrators will maintain records on activation/ deactivation of communications links and maintenance actions performed. Marines will be familiar with routing protocols, virtual private networks (VPN), internet protocol security (IPSEC), subnetting, traffic monitoring and cybersecurity. Skill progression training for Staff Sergeant through Corporal is the Network Supervisor Course located at Camp Pendleton (M10BNPB), Camp Lejeune (M03BNPG), and Okinawa (M22BNP4) at the Regional Communications Training Centers. Marines in this MOS may be assigned to a BIC within their occupational field that has been coded with one or more DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work role codes. Please reference DoDI 8140.10, DoDM 8140.10, and the MOS roadmap for additional training and certification requirements associated with these work role codes.
Core Skills
- LAN and WAN administration
- routing and switching configuration
- TCP/IP networking and subnetting
- network security hardening
- firewall and access control configuration
- premise wiring and physical layer implementation
- network monitoring and performance tuning
- fault isolation and end-to-end troubleshooting
- QoS configuration and bandwidth management
- technical documentation and diagramming
- change management and configuration control
- customer support and help desk escalation
- implementation of cybersecurity best practices
- incident response support and triage
- team collaboration and communication
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
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