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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # NOC Technician III - **Company:** Cornerstone Defense - **Location:** Scott Air Force Base, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $50,000.0 - $70,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Multitier Architecture, Microsoft Outlook, Configuration Management Databases, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Internet Protocol, IP Routing, Junos, Local Area Networks, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Service, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Configuration Management, Visual Systems, Data Logging, Network Routers, Juniper, SolarWinds (Software), Cts+, Cisco - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9128536/noc-technician-iii ## About the Role * High school diploma and 2-4 years of relevant experience. * DoD-8570 IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+ CE) by start date. * Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment. * Experience with one or more: alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, performance management. * Expertise in at least three technologies: routers, switches, crypto devices, routing, DSN/DRSN, video services, Promina, Cisco, Juniper, MSPP, DWDM, optical switching. * General understanding of transport and IP network topologies. Preferred: * Tech control facility or cyber transport experience. * Circuit actions and vendor coordination experience. * Strong IP architecture background. * Experience in Telco NOC, inside plant, or outside plant environments. * Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Teams). * Experience in one or more areas: alarm surveillance, fault management, LAN maintenance, performance management, change management. * Additional desirable certifications such as CCNA, CySA+, CASP, CCNP, JNCIE-ENT, JNCIA-Junos, WCNA, CCIE, F5 CTS, ITILv4, CCA-N, CCA-V, SolarWinds Certified Professional. ## Description Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services * Position Description: The NOC Technician III provides advanced network monitoring, fault analysis, incident correlation, service restoration, and customer coordination for DISN transport and IP infrastructure. This senior-level role requires deep technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead complex troubleshooting within a high-tempo operations environment. Core Tasks: * Create, update, and track incident tickets in Remedy while monitoring network events and alarms across multiple tools in a 24/7/365 environment. * Perform incident correlation, fault analysis, and root-cause isolation by filtering and interpreting alarm data, identifying impacts, determining failed elements, and coordinating corrective actions. * Diagnose and troubleshoot faults involving systems, circuits, hardware, software, facilities, and multi-layer network components including routers, switches, crypto devices, optical systems, DSN/DRSN, Cisco/Juniper platforms, MSPP, DWDM, and transport/IP routing. * Execute change-management tasks such as hardware replacement, software configuration, ASI support, fault logging, testing, localization, and assignment of incidents. * Restore network services by executing reroutes, normalization, and coordination with service providers; verify service restoration and document actions in the CMDB. * Provide Tier I/Tier II sustainment support, deliver timely situational awareness to leadership, and maintain continuous communication with O&M teams, customers, and mission partners. * Escalate incidents appropriately between Tier I and Tier II and maintain accurate ticket status, tracking, and reporting. * Assist with training Network Controllers, evaluate SOPs, tools, and processes, and contribute technical guidance for complex issues. * Support global situational awareness operations and demonstrate proficiency across multiple DISN functions and technologies. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026)