ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented **Network Specialist** to join our Air Force / Space team at **Eglin AFB** . The Network Specialist's primary function is to support the United States Air Force’s 53rd Wing Technical Support Services (53rd WTSS) contract. **Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:** + Researching and developing solutions to issues that arise as part of daily operations. + Assisting with developing new solutions to keep the network evolving and forward looking. + Provide Tier 2 and 3 supports for network testing and operations. + Managing network local test environment including, routers, switches, firewalls, servers, CUCM, and VOIP phones. + Creating documentation and diagrams for all projects as well as changes made to the network. + Working in a Hyper-V environment to help maintain servers related to network management. + Working with datacenter network technology including Nexus switches and vPC. + Maintaining and developing changes involving firewalls, routers, switches, TACLANES, Solarwinds, GEM One, and Hyper-V. **Qualifications and Experience:** + Bachelor’s degree in related discipline from an accredited college or university. 2 additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree. + 4+ years direct/related experience + Active / valid DoD 8570.01-M IAT-II certification + Working knowledge of CISCO network and switching and virtualization technologies + Working knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and data backup technologies + Working knowledge communication security (COMSEC) policies and integration + Working knowledge of Risk Management Framework, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to assessments and authorization + Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 and PL3 network environments/systems + Must be familiar with DoD policy as it applies to implementing and executing system and network administration **Security Clearance:** + Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility + Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information + Willingness to submit to a Polygraph. **Physical Requirements:** + The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. + Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.” + Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.