NEC
746A
Information Systems Administrator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Administers and secures commercial network operating systems within the functional areas of configuration, systems, and performance management. Manages and maintains internal site networks, to include but not limited to MS Exchange, and Windows Operating Systems. Conducts Tier 2 level network software and hardware corrective actions. Understands and administers general security concepts. Identifies potential risks, monitors activity, secures network environments, and enforces security policies and procedures. Performs System Administrator functions IAW SECNAVMAN 5239.2.
Core Skills
- windows server administration
- microsoft exchange administration
- network configuration
- system hardening
- tier two support
- performance monitoring
- risk identification
- security policy enforcement
- hardware troubleshooting
- network availability management
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Civilian Career Paths
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- CYBERSECURITY
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Career Growth
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
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