Configure information processing equipment into required operating configurations. Perform senior operator and systems administrator duties, unit level maintenance functions on assigned computer systems and information assurance duties in CERTS. Requisition, receive, store, issue, account for COMSEC equipment, associated keying material supervise the maintenance of files and records. Generate reports for the ISSO, set up and maintain logs, rosters, status boards, charts, graphs and viewgraphs. Compiles production report data and quality control information. Assist less experienced Soldiers in the installation, operation, and maintenance of information processing equipment. Draft program operation manuals and technical program requirements documents. Troubleshoot software using established debugging procedures. Serve as Team Chief for the tactical DMS.

Install, operate, and perform unit maintenance on multi functional/multi user information processing systems, peripheral equipment and auxiliary devices. Perform input/output data control and bulk data storage operations. Transfer data between information processing equipment and systems. Perform Battlefield Information Services (BIS) consisting of printing services, publication management, files, form management, reproduction services, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act (PA), unit distribution/official mail, correspondence management and classified document control. Troubleshoot automation equipment and systems to the degree required for isolation of malfunctions to specific hardware or software. Restore equipment to operation by replacement of line replaceable unit (LRU). Perform system administration functions for the tactical DMS. Install, operate, performs strapping, restrapping, PMCS and unit level maintenance on COMSEC devices. Assist in the design, preparation, editing, and testing of computer programs. Draft associated technical documentation for program reference and maintenance purposes. Modify existing application packages using application, and operating system software, appropriate computer language commands and files.

Administer network workstations, utilizing one or more TCP/IP or non-TCP/IP networking protocols and/or one or more UNIX-based or non-UNIX based operating systems.Evaluate and/or recommend purchases of computers, network hardware, peripheral equipment, and software;Investigate user problems, identify their source, determine possible solutions, test and implement solutions.Install, configure, and maintain personal computers, Novell networks, UNIX workstations, file servers, ethernet networks, network cabling, and other related equipment, devices, and systems; adds or upgrades and configures modems, disk drives, data acquisition boards, CD ROM units, printers, and related equipment.Perform and/or oversee software and application development, installation, and upgrades.Maintain site licenses for department/organization.Plan and implement network security, including building firewalls, applying cryptography to network applications, managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users.Troubleshoot networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational difficulties.Develop and conduct various training and instruction for system users on operating systems, relational databases, and other applications; assist users in maximizing use of networks and computing systems.Identify utilization patterns and their effect on operation/system availability and performance expectations.Anticipate communication and networking problems and implement preventive measures.Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.Ensure timely user notification of maintenance requirements and effects on system availability.Investigate, recommend and install enhancements and operating procedures that optimize network availability.Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.

Install, operate, and perform unit maintenance on multi functional/multi user information processing systems, peripheral equipment and auxiliary devices. Perform input/output data control and bulk data storage operations. Transfer data between information processing equipment and systems. Perform Battlefield Information Services (BIS) consisting of printing services, publication management, files, form management, reproduction services, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act (PA), unit distribution/official mail, correspondence management and classified document control. Troubleshoot automation equipment and systems to the degree required for isolation of malfunctions to specific hardware or software. Restore equipment to operation by replacement of line replaceable unit (LRU). Perform system administration functions for the tactical DMS. Install, operate, performs strapping, restrapping, PMCS and unit level maintenance on COMSEC devices. Assist in the design, preparation, editing, and testing of computer programs. Draft associated technical documentation for program reference and maintenance purposes. Modify existing application packages using application, and operating system software, appropriate computer language commands and files.

Monitor, analyze and respond to network incidents and events. Participate in disaster recovery implementation and testing under NIST framework, HIPPA, & HITECH standards.Contributes regarding security technology prioritization, as well as future utilization of security technology and process improvements to the Security team.Conduct risk assessments in the evaluation and implementation for network security products, vendors, and services.Manages validation and testing of security architecture and design solutions, and produces detailed engineering specifications with recommended vendor technologies.Provides management and support the development, testing and operation of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise malware systems and software deployment tools.