MOS
6694
Aviation Logistics Information Management System (ALIMS) Specialist
Description
The responsibilities of an ALIMS Specialist encompass a broad spectrum of network infrastructure and information systems installation, operation, administration, maintenance, and security in support of Marine Corps and Naval Aviation. ALIMS Specialists are directly responsible for the deployment of tactical local area networks (LANs) to any theater of operation, whether in garrison, shipboard, or in forward-deployed joint-service environments. Tactical LANs include hardware, software, and organic system administration resources that enable network connectivity, communication, operation, and management of Aviation Information Systems (AIS). In support of a diverse portfolio of program of record AIS, ALIMS Specialists manage an array of computer and network operating systems (OS) including VMW are ESXi, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Microsoft Windows Server, Docker, Cisco IOS, and Alcatel AOS. ALIMS Specialists are responsible for the maintenance, repair, and secure operation of all AIS organic to the Marine Aircraft Group. These AIS include but are not limited to (ALIS) autonomic logistics information system, (CAMEO) collaborative automated maintenance environment optimized, (DTADS) data transfer and diagnostics system, (EPUK) expeditionary pack-up kit, (FAME) F/A-18 automated maintenance environment, (IBSONE) integrated barcode system, (IMDS) integrated mechanical diagnostics system, (MPE) mission planning environment systems, (NFSA) NAVAIR fleet system array, (NTCSS) naval tactical command support system, (ODIN) operational data integrated network, (OOMA) optimized organizational maintenance activity, and (PEMA) portable electronic maintenance aids. Administrative tasks for the ALIMS Specialist include but are not restricted to acting as the primary point of contact for all Aviation Logistics IT-related issues, ensuring AIS confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as providing continuity of operations through high-availability and disaster recovery procedures. Marines in the MOS may be assigned to a BIC within their occupational field that has been coded with one or more DoD Cyber Workforce Framework work role codes. Reference DoDI 8140.10, DoDM 8140.10, and the MOS roadmap for additional training and certification requirements associated with work role codes.
Core Skills
- Network infrastructure installation and configuration
- LAN/WAN administration
- Routing and switching fundamentals
- Windows and Linux systems administration basics
- User account and access management
- Information systems security implementation
- Tactical network deployment and teardown
- Network troubleshooting and fault isolation
- Hardware installation and maintenance (servers, switches, workstations)
- System patching and updates
- Documentation of network diagrams and configurations
- Help desk and end-user support
- Incident response and escalation procedures
- Working in joint and multi-service environments
- Change management and configuration control
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco CCNA
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
- CompTIA CySA+
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Civilian Career Paths
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
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