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About Us When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture. The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields - each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders. At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more! If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences - then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you! Position Location The specialist will work alongside base IT and operational teams to modernize legacy systems and must be dedicated to this effort and be physically located in the Kodiak, Alaska area for a minimum duration of one (1) year. Job Overview The Network & Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for securing the network infrastructure, remediating cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and implementing security best practices across the base's control systems. This role serves as the critical bridge between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) environments, ensuring mission-critical infrastructure is both highly available and secure from cyber threats. The specialist will work alongside base IT and operational teams to modernize legacy systems and must be dedicated to this effort and be physically located in the Kodiak, Alaska area for a minimum duration of one (1) year. Responsibilities Essential Job Duties: * Evaluate the current network infrastructure and recommend hardware and software upgrades to improve performance and security posture (e.g., replacing deprecated firewalls and switches). * Implement robust network segmentation (following the Purdue model) to physically and logically isolate critical control systems from general business networks. * Enforce DoD/DHS cybersecurity best practices, including system hardening, centralized logging, system backups, and the removal of unauthorized software. * Remediate vulnerabilities on servers and workstations across the installation. * Actively troubleshoot and resolve complex network, connectivity, and cybersecurity issues across the base's IT and operational technology (OT) environments. * Support the configuration and management of secure remote access for authorized vendors and internal base personnel. * Collaborate and coordinate daily with local base personnel, C5I (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence) teams, and BOSS (Base Operating Support Services) contractors to ensure seamless integration and secure operations. * Document security violations, vulnerabilities, or deviations from standard baseline configurations and notify appropriate base command/C5I personnel. Key Responsibilities: * Ability to work well with others. * Ability to adhere to contract requirements. * Ability to comply with company policies and procedures. Job Requirements Mandatory: * Must be a U.S. citizen. * Must have a Secret clearance or higher. * Must be capable of supporting this effort onsite in Kodiak, Alaska. * Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience in network administration, including management of firewalls, switches, routers, and VPN technologies. * Experience supporting cybersecurity and network operations within Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), or other government environments. * Experience with cybersecurity operations including vulnerability remediation, system hardening (STIG implementation), incident response, and IA compliance activities. * Experience supporting Windows Server 2016, Linux, VMware vCenter, and Hyper-V environments. * Preferably holds industry-recognized IT, networking, or security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CCNA, or GIAC certifications related to ICS/SCADA security. * Experience with Cisco switches and routers. * Strong understanding of Operational Technology (OT) network architectures and how industrial control systems interface with secure IT environments, including familiarity with the Purdue Model. * Familiarity with PKI, SCCM, DoD security standards, eMASS, and IA compliance requirements. * Up to 20% CONUS/OCONUS travel. * Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record. * Ability to pass a pre-hire background and drug screen. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to carry material/equipment up to 40 lbs. * Must be able to climb on a ladder. Disclosures Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email . Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.