Network Specialist

Tyto Athene, LLC

Network Specialist supporting Department of Defense network operations at Kirtland AFB. Providing operational support for LAN/WAN and troubleshooting technical issues.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeAlbuquerque • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network infrastructure support, including troubleshooting and maintaining LAN/WAN environments, with a strong understanding of OSI model layers and associated protocols. Proficient in implementing security methodologies and compliance with relevant directives.

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OSI Model Layers 1-3TCP/IPRouting ProtocolsSecurity+ CE CertificationCCNA or Equivalent

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Hard Skills

Network TroubleshootingLAN/WAN MaintenanceRouting and SwitchingFirewall TechnologiesVPN TechnologiesDiagnostic ToolsEIA/TIA Cable StandardsTechnical Issue ResolutionHardware and Software UpgradesGeneral Security Methodologies

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationWritten Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+ CE CertificationCCNADoD Directive 8570.01 Compliance

Industry Keywords

Medical NetworkDoD ExperienceNetwork AdministrationTechnical DisciplineTechnical Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DNSFirewallsSMTPSwitchingTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides daily operational support for the LAN core and edge switches across the medical network campus
Resolves technical issues associated with network and routing protocols at all levels of the OSI model utilizing diagnostic and network administration tools
Provides overall network infrastructure support to routing and switching equipment, firewalls, and associated cabling
Plans, installs, and supports hardware and software upgrades, and resolves associated technical issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3, to include TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, and EIA/TIA cable standards
Must be familiar with firewall and VPN technologies
Strong network experience maintaining switches and routers, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problems
Good knowledge of general security methodologies
Must have strong oral and written communications skills
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering or related technical discipline and 3 years related experience, or; Completion of certification program at a technical or vocational school and 8 years related experience
Compliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 “Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management required
Security+ CE certification required
Current CCNA, or Juniper/Brocade equivalent, desired
DoD and/or medical network experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health/Dental/Vision
401(k) match
Paid Time Off
STD/LTD/Life Insurance
Referral Bonuses
Professional development reimbursement
Parental leave