Rapid Strategy
NOC Shift Lead – Network Operations (TS/SCI Clearance Required)
Rapid Strategy, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
NOC Shift Lead – Network Operations (TS/SCI Clearance Required)
Rapid Strategy provides mission‑critical IT and cybersecurity services across federal, defense, and commercial sectors. Our Network Operations teams ensure high availability, reliability, and security of the IT infrastructure that supports national and mission operations.
We are seeking an experienced NOC Shift Lead to oversee network operations during swing, weekend, and holiday shifts in Washington, D.C. This position is 100% onsite and requires an active TS/SCI clearance.
Position Overview The NOC Shift Lead is responsible for the health, stability, and performance of enterprise network infrastructure. The role oversees real‑time network monitoring, event management, escalation, and coordination with other technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the lead for NOC operations during assigned swing/weekend/holiday shifts.
Monitor and maintain the performance of LAN/WAN, VPN, and cloud network connectivity (AWS/Azure VPC).
Oversee event triage, troubleshooting, and resolution for network outages and performance issues.
Direct a team of network engineers and technicians during live incidents.
Manage and optimize network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, Splunk, or similar).
Coordinate with SOC, Systems, and Cloud teams to ensure cross‑domain operational continuity.
Maintain documentation, shift logs, and configuration records for network changes.
Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs, RMF, and federal security policies.
Support SD‑WAN, firewall, and routing/switching troubleshooting.
Provide daily shift briefings and ensure smooth transitions between teams.
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance (mandatory)
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Network Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in Network Operations, preferably in a federal or DoD environment
2+ years in a lead or supervisory position in a 24x7 NOC or similar setting
Expertise in routing, switching, and firewalls (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto)
Expertise in network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark)
Expertise in cloud networking (AWS/Azure VPCs, VPNs, SD‑WAN)
Familiarity with ACAS, Tenable, and network vulnerability remediation
Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
DoD 8570 IAT Level II/III certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CASP+, or CCNP)
Familiarity with Zero Trust and network segmentation practices
Experience supporting Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) or Intelligence networks
Exposure to automation and orchestration tools (Python, Ansible)
Shift Details
Swing shift with evening, weekend, and holiday rotation
Onsite leadership role with shift differential pay
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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We are seeking an experienced NOC Shift Lead to oversee network operations during swing, weekend, and holiday shifts in Washington, D.C. This position is 100% onsite and requires an active TS/SCI clearance.
Position Overview The NOC Shift Lead is responsible for the health, stability, and performance of enterprise network infrastructure. The role oversees real‑time network monitoring, event management, escalation, and coordination with other technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the lead for NOC operations during assigned swing/weekend/holiday shifts.
Monitor and maintain the performance of LAN/WAN, VPN, and cloud network connectivity (AWS/Azure VPC).
Oversee event triage, troubleshooting, and resolution for network outages and performance issues.
Direct a team of network engineers and technicians during live incidents.
Manage and optimize network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, Splunk, or similar).
Coordinate with SOC, Systems, and Cloud teams to ensure cross‑domain operational continuity.
Maintain documentation, shift logs, and configuration records for network changes.
Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs, RMF, and federal security policies.
Support SD‑WAN, firewall, and routing/switching troubleshooting.
Provide daily shift briefings and ensure smooth transitions between teams.
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance (mandatory)
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Network Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in Network Operations, preferably in a federal or DoD environment
2+ years in a lead or supervisory position in a 24x7 NOC or similar setting
Expertise in routing, switching, and firewalls (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto)
Expertise in network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark)
Expertise in cloud networking (AWS/Azure VPCs, VPNs, SD‑WAN)
Familiarity with ACAS, Tenable, and network vulnerability remediation
Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
DoD 8570 IAT Level II/III certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CASP+, or CCNP)
Familiarity with Zero Trust and network segmentation practices
Experience supporting Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) or Intelligence networks
Exposure to automation and orchestration tools (Python, Ansible)
Shift Details
Swing shift with evening, weekend, and holiday rotation
Onsite leadership role with shift differential pay
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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