Senior Exercise Signal Planner

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Communications and Network Design:

· Design and implement advanced network solutions using technologies such as Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, SQL, and SharePoint.

· Develop server and service architectures in support of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) across physical and virtual environments.

2. Leadership and Advisory:

· Advise senior leaders on aligning network designs with operational requirements and customer IT needs.

· Provide forward-thinking recommendations to enhance communication capabilities.

3. Network Architecture Development:

· Develop WAN and LAN architectures based on unit MTOE equipment and COTS/GOTS solutions.

· Document networks with a focus on redundancy, chokepoints, and risks, submitting updates for approval to the change control board (CCB).

4. Exercise Planning and Execution:

· Participate in planning conferences, tailoring network architectures to mission-specific requirements.

· Support on-site execution of exercises by establishing and managing tactical networks.

5. Collaboration and Integration:

· Work closely with USINDOPACOM, USARPAC, and coalition partners to develop communication strategies and implement advanced network designs.

6. Cybersecurity and Risk Management:

· Integrate cybersecurity measures into network designs to safeguard communication systems.

· Monitor network performance and provide mitigation strategies for any identified risks.

7. Documentation and Reporting:

· Draft detailed signal annexes, concepts of operations (CONOPs), and technical documentation to align network designs with customer IT requirements.

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Required Qualifications:


· Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

· Certifications (one or more of the following):

· CompTIA Security+ (IAT Level II Certification).

· CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

· Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals or equivalent.

· 5- 10 Years Experience in:

· Network design and integration.

· Tactical communication systems and mission partner environments.

· Joint-level network planning.

· Familiarity with USARPAC AOR and OPLAN requirements.

· Current US Passport

· Active DoD Secret clearance eligibility from day one.

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Desired Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Information Technology or related field.

· Advanced certifications, such as:

· CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

· CompTIA Network+.

· Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

· 4-6 years of experience in network engineering and systems integration.

· Knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and associated networking technologies (SNMP, SMTP, HTTP).

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Additional Requirements:

· Ability to travel extensively within the USARPAC AOR for planning conferences and on-site support.

· Capability to support extended hours and rotating shifts during exercise execution.