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Leidos

Computer Network Architect

Millington, TN · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Leidos is seeking a F5 Load Balance Network Engineer to support a large enterprise IT contract for ... Provide after-hours support to 24/7/365 IT Operations Center personnel to assist with ...

Leidos

F5 Load Balance Network Engineer

Millington, TN · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Leidos is seeking a F5 Load Balance Network Engineer to support a large enterprise IT contract for ... Provide after-hours support to 24/7/365 IT Operations Center personnel to assist with ...

Leidos

F5 Load Balance Network Engineer

Millington, TN · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Leidos is seeking a F5 Load Balance Network Engineer to support a large enterprise IT contract for ... Provide after-hours support to 24/7/365 IT Operations Center personnel to assist with ...

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What does an assistant network do?

As an Assistant Network professional, your daily responsibilities often include monitoring network performance, assisting with troubleshooting connectivity issues, and supporting the implementation of new hardware or software. You’ll frequently collaborate with network engineers, system administrators, and help desk personnel to resolve user issues and maintain network security. Clear communication and teamwork are essential, as you’ll often be asked to document changes or escalate complex problems to senior staff. This role provides an excellent opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues while building foundational skills for advancement within the IT department.

What is an assistant network?

Assistant Network professionals, often referred to as Network Assistants or Network Support Assistants, provide technical support for computer networks within an organization. They assist senior network engineers with tasks such as installing, configuring, and maintaining network hardware and software, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and monitoring network performance. Their role is crucial in ensuring that the organization's network runs smoothly and securely, often serving as the first point of contact for network-related problems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant network?

To thrive as an Assistant Network professional, you need a solid understanding of computer networking fundamentals, troubleshooting, and typically a relevant associate degree or certification like CompTIA Network+. Familiarity with network monitoring tools, basic routing and switching equipment, and ticketing systems is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These skills are crucial for maintaining network reliability, quickly resolving technical issues, and supporting seamless business operations.

What is the difference between Assistant Network vs Network Technician?

AspectAssistant NetworkNetwork Technician
CredentialsTypically an associate degree or relevant certificationsOften requires certifications like CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentSupport roles in offices, assisting with network setup and maintenanceHands-on troubleshooting, installation, and repair of network hardware
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in IT support teams across various industriesFound in IT departments, telecom companies, and service providers

Assistant Network roles focus on supporting and assisting with network tasks, often involving basic setup and maintenance. Network Technicians perform more technical, hands-on work with network hardware and troubleshooting. While both roles require related certifications and work in similar environments, Network Technicians typically have more technical responsibilities and experience.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Network job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Network Operations- Tier 2

CACI International, Inc.

Millington, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Network Operations- Tier 2
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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The Opportunity:
The Enterprise Communications Services 3 (ECS3) program supports our intel customer across its many operating locations. Our focus is to assist the organization to technically transform it's current services by leading edge technology insertions. To accomplish this, we are charged with development of new designs, its implementation, and operation of the new and or enhanced services. Over the life of the contract, we will drive continual service improvement by tech modernization, for our (LANs), wide area networks (WAN), unified communication (UC), video telecommunication and streaming services.
Responsibilities:
As a Tier 2 Network Operations technician, you'll be challenged with enterprise support problems where you will coordinate with the Network Operations Center and other operational staff to address break/fix, configuration update, schedule add moves and changes, and technology upgrades and installs for Network routers and switches. As an experienced network team member, you'll be expected to coordinate ticket acceptance and resolutions. You will support the development of technical resolution reports for critical outages in the Network.
More About the Role:
In this role the Network Administrator will be responsible for:
  • Conduct approved network changes to include but not limited to VLan, ACL and port assignment.
  • Perform IOS upgrades to routers and switches.
  • Perform routing and switching equipment technology upgrades to ensure continued operations of the enterprise.
  • Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for network operations.
  • Resolve systems failures and accessibility problems within the network to our services.
  • Support site survey and engineering designs data calls.
  • Support new/enhanced network implementation, installation, and technical refresh projects within a site or locale.
  • Works independently with some supervision.
    • In remote locations must function as independent engineering, maintenance, and network problem solving with minimal or intermittent input from other Tiers/locations.
  • Problems faced are difficult, will require detailed information gathering, analysis, and investigation to understand problems. You will employ creativity and ingenuity for new technical solutions applicable across the enterprise, drawing heavily on prior experience.
  • Perform Network ticket resolution.
    • Support Network ticket closure across Network Operations staff to include:
    • Use administrative access to the network to provision new switches, routers, and Cryptographic devices.
    • Uses administrative access to network components to research errors, incidents, problems and to perform incident analysis and identify potential problems.
    • Routing Service Requests to the appropriate organization required for incident resolution.
    • Performs root cause analyses.
    • Completes problem resolutions associated with incident ticket(s)
  • Review and implementation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

Qualifications:
Required:
  • IAT II (Ex: Security+)
  • CCNA
  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance OR TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a polygraph prior to starting.
  • 10+ Years of relevant experience (Bachelor's Degree in applicable field may be substituted for 5 years of experience).
  • Familiarity with both Cisco and Juniper network devices
  • Strong working knowledge of the various routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRF, MPLS, 802.1x).
  • In-depth knowledge of KG-175 Series TACLANES configuration process, fault isolation, and firmware upgrade procedures.
  • Working knowledge of Cisco-ISE.

What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$71,500 - $150,200
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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