Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician

Seneca Resources
Silver Spring, MD, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Software Documentation CompTIA Network+ Computer Networks Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Domain Name System (DNS) Monitoring of Systems Information Technology Operations Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Security Network Control Networking Basics Network Connections
+13 more
Network Monitoring Routing Network Service TCP/IP Network Routers Computer Networking Systems Computer Network Operations ServiceNow IT Service Management System Availability SolarWinds (Software) Network Support Cisco Servicenow

Job description

Seneca Resources is seeking a Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician to provide overnight operational support for a critical enterprise IT environment. This role is ideal for early-career network professionals who thrive in a fast-paced operations center and are passionate about maintaining network availability, resolving incidents, and supporting mission-critical infrastructure. As a member of the Network Operations Center, you will be responsible for monitoring enterprise network infrastructure, responding to system alerts, troubleshooting connectivity issues, documenting incidents, and escalating complex problems to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of network services. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise networking technologies while working with industry-leading monitoring and IT service management tools., * Monitor enterprise network infrastructure and systems in a 24x7 Network Operations Center (NOC) environment.

  • Respond to network alerts, alarms, and service interruptions to ensure maximum system availability.
  • Perform initial troubleshooting of network connectivity, hardware, and infrastructure issues.
  • Monitor network performance using SolarWinds and other enterprise monitoring tools.
  • Create, update, and manage incident tickets using ServiceNow or a comparable IT Service Management (ITSM) platform.
  • Escalate critical incidents to engineering teams following established operational procedures.
  • Document troubleshooting activities, incident resolutions, and operational updates with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Support continuous monitoring of network health, performance, and availability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to resolve operational issues efficiently.
  • Follow operational standards, security procedures, and best practices while maintaining accurate system documentation.

Requirements

  • 1-3 years of experience working in a Network Operations Center (NOC), Network Support, or IT Operations environment.
  • Hands-on experience supporting Cisco networking technologies, including switches, routers, and enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Experience using SolarWinds or similar network monitoring and performance management tools.
  • Experience with ServiceNow or another IT ticketing/ITSM platform.
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, VPNs, and network connectivity troubleshooting.
  • Understanding of network monitoring, incident response, and operational support processes.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple incidents and work effectively in a fast-paced, 24x7 operations environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance., * Cisco CCNA certification.
  • CompTIA Network+, Security+, or other relevant industry certifications.
  • Knowledge of network security principles, enterprise infrastructure, and IT operations best practices.
  • Experience supporting mission-critical or government IT environments.

About the company

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm-we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact. When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way. Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Silver Spring

Apply for this position

This job is hosted externally. Click below to view the full posting and apply.

Apply on public-rest40.bullhornstaffing.com

Good distractions

Talks and stories from around this role — technically off-topic, practically not.

2:08 min

Intersecting neurodivergent support and technical operations consulting

2:04 min

Enhancing network privacy with routing fees and onion routing

Andreas M Antonopoulos · LIVE

5:02 min

Mapping distributed compute paradigms to modern vehicles

Joachim Werner · LIVE

1:29 min

Expanding practical knowledge with community sandboxes and resources

Stuart Clark · LIVE

1:51 min

Overview of the three Google Maps routing applications

Germán Álvarez · LIVE

3:50 min

Queues in TCP stacks and continuous network connections

Clemens Vasters Clemens Vasters · WWC 2022

Videos

See all

Related articles

See all