Small Computer Systems Network Specialist
Information systems specialists are responsible for the installation, configuration, and management of information systems in both a stand-alone and client-server environment, including MS Exchange, Defense Message Systems, and other authorized information systems. They install, configure, and maintain network services, both hardware and software. They also plan and execute the integration of multiple information systems in a network environment, evaluate and resolve customer information system problems, and effect required hardware upgrades and repair to maintain mission capability. These Marines will attend core computer and network systems training before receiving additional instruction in small computer information systems and defense messaging systems.Tactical network specialists are responsible for installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of networking systems. This includes installing and configuring hubs, routers, bridges, and various media, installing and configuring server hardware and software, and coordinating with the information systems specialist to ensure the proper installation and configuration of workstation hardware and software to ensure efficient operation on the network. Tactical network specialists also install, optimize and troubleshoot Local Area and Wide Area Networks and operate the Tactical Data Network (TDN) server.