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About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a O&M Network Specialist 4 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
Responsibilities
Summary
O&M Network Engineering will be responsible for the development and support of the customer solutions, technical strategies and objectives throughout the typical IT project lifecycle. The O&M Network Engineer is responsible to refining requirements, development and revising design documentation, producing installation instructions and deployment plans, and providing O&M support for the network. In addition, they will assist in delivering technical presentations to customer staff in both technical and non-technical roles. The position will contribute to the existing implementation by designing and developing configuration for an expanding enterprise. This includes preparing and performing surveys and assessments for selected customer existing network systems, participating in the infrastructure design and deployment activities with direct involvement in the hands-on implementation of customer network systems and developing documentation throughout the entire lifecycle.
NOTE: The job is 100% on-site work. No remote or teleworking is anticipated.
Candidate duties, responsibilities and skill sets needed to be successful:
- Candidates must be detail oriented, with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and to present complex and technical concepts to non-technical team members.
- An ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- An ability to develop and follow processes and standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrated performance in network engineering technology, with expertise in network device configuration, able to easily navigate the CLI, deploy applicable patches, and make configuration changes as needed.
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Candidates are expected to perform root cause analysis to troubleshoot & identify issues at all layers of the network.
- Expertise with WAN/Transport and IP routing technologies and protocols, candidates should have an in-depth knowledge of networking protocols such as BGP, MPLS, and SD-WAN in order to support ongoing maintenance and operation projects.
- Expertise in Cloud Orchestration and management of network devices.
- Expertise in working with & troubleshooting cloud network technologies such as ExpressRoute and Azure Virtual Networks (with IL-2 or higher experience a plus) and an understanding of how these interact with traditional network technology through on-prem and network virtual appliances.
- Working knowledge of WAN technology and different communication circuits.
- Experience in deployment of LAN (cable plant, connection medium, connector types) and their capabilities, limitations and workarounds.
- Understanding of DoD network security policies and methodologies and ability to implement them across the enterprise.
- Experience with working in a multi enclave environment.
- Understanding of network traffic management and experience in development and implement effective network optimization solutions.
- Juniper/HPE/JUNOS and/or Palo Alto experience is a plus.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Active Top Secret w/ SCI is required
Position / Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Field or related discipline with 7+ years applicable experience OR
- AAS degree in an Engineering Field or related discipline with 10+ years applicable experience OR
- HS diploma with 12+ years applicable experience
- Strong communication skills and experience using ticketing.
- DoD Manual 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Certification for Intermediate level Network Operations Specialist DCWF Code 441
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport for international travel.
- Ability to travel: 10%
WHAT WE OFFER:
A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
- An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
- Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
- Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
- A competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Military Reserve pay offset
- Paid maternity leave
ABILITIES:
- Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
- Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Identify and understand the speech of another person.
Pay Range: USD $125,000.00 - USD $172,000.00 /Yr.
INTRODUCTION
About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a O&M Network Specialist 4 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
Responsibilities
Summary
O&M Network Engineering will be responsible for the development and support of the customer solutions, technical strategies and objectives throughout the typical IT project lifecycle. The O&M Network Engineer is responsible to refining requirements, development and revising design documentation, producing installation instructions and deployment plans, and providing O&M support for the network. In addition, they will assist in delivering technical presentations to customer staff in both technical and non-technical roles. The position will contribute to the existing implementation by designing and developing configuration for an expanding enterprise. This includes preparing and performing surveys and assessments for selected customer existing network systems, participating in the infrastructure design and deployment activities with direct involvement in the hands-on implementation of customer network systems and developing documentation throughout the entire lifecycle.
NOTE: The job is 100% on-site work. No remote or teleworking is anticipated.
Candidate duties, responsibilities and skill sets needed to be successful:
- Candidates must be detail oriented, with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and to present complex and technical concepts to non-technical team members.
- An ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- An ability to develop and follow processes and standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrated performance in network engineering technology, with expertise in network device configuration, able to easily navigate the CLI, deploy applicable patches, and make configuration changes as needed.
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Candidates are expected to perform root cause analysis to troubleshoot & identify issues at all layers of the network.
- Expertise with WAN/Transport and IP routing technologies and protocols, candidates should have an in-depth knowledge of networking protocols such as BGP, MPLS, and SD-WAN in order to support ongoing maintenance and operation projects.
- Expertise in Cloud Orchestration and management of network devices.
- Expertise in working with & troubleshooting cloud network technologies such as ExpressRoute and Azure Virtual Networks (with IL-2 or higher experience a plus) and an understanding of how these interact with traditional network technology through on-prem and network virtual appliances.
- Working knowledge of WAN technology and different communication circuits.
- Experience in deployment of LAN (cable plant, connection medium, connector types) and their capabilities, limitations and workarounds.
- Understanding of DoD network security policies and methodologies and ability to implement them across the enterprise.
- Experience with working in a multi enclave environment.
- Understanding of network traffic management and experience in development and implement effective network optimization solutions.
- Juniper/HPE/JUNOS and/or Palo Alto experience is a plus.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Active Top Secret w/ SCI is required
Position / Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Field or related discipline with 7+ years applicable experience OR
- AAS degree in an Engineering Field or related discipline with 10+ years applicable experience OR
- HS diploma with 12+ years applicable experience
- Strong communication skills and experience using ticketing.
- DoD Manual 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Certification for Intermediate level Network Operations Specialist DCWF Code 441
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport for international travel.
- Ability to travel: 10%
WHAT WE OFFER:
A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
- An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
- Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
- Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
- A competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Military Reserve pay offset
- Paid maternity leave
ABILITIES:
- Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
- Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Identify and understand the speech of another person.
Pay Range: USD $125,000.00 - USD $172,000.00 /Yr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Network Specialist
Document your network credentials strategically
Compile certifications like CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+ alongside employment records that show progressive responsibility. USCIS and DOL reviewers use these to validate that your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3 and that the offered position is genuine.
Use O*NET to anchor your job description
Pull the official Network Specialist duties list from O*NET before your employer drafts the PERM job description. Matching that language closely reduces the risk of a DOL audit and strengthens the prevailing wage determination tied to your specific SOC code.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Target companies with verified green card sponsorship history by searching Migrate Mate, which lists U.S. employers who have sponsored roles in networking and IT infrastructure. Narrowing your outreach this way avoids wasting months on employers unfamiliar with the PERM process.
Ask about priority date strategy before accepting an offer
If you're from India or China, the per-country backlog can extend your wait significantly after I-140 approval. Before signing, ask whether the employer has filed I-140s for similar roles before, since an earlier priority date can carry over if you later change employers under AC21.
Verify the employer's PERM recruitment compliance
PERM requires the employer to run a full recruitment test, including job postings and good-faith efforts to hire U.S. workers before sponsoring you. Confirm the employer has HR or legal counsel experienced with DOL's recruitment documentation requirements, since gaps trigger audits that delay your case by a year or more.
Check prevailing wage using the OFLC Wage Search
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations. DOL assigns a prevailing wage Level I through IV to your PERM case, and your offered salary must meet or exceed that figure throughout the process or the application gets rejected.
Green Card Network Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover Network Specialist roles?
Most Network Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or as skilled workers with at least two years of relevant experience. Roles requiring an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's PERM filing locks in the category based on the job requirements they document.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for a Network Specialist?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status tied to employer sponsorship and subject to an annual lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process, which involves a DOL prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers are available, has no equivalent in H-1B filings. Priority date backlogs can delay the final step, but once you adjust status or complete consular processing, your residency is permanent.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for networking roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search for U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history in networking and IT infrastructure. Targeting companies that have completed the PERM and I-140 process before is more efficient than cold-applying broadly, since employers unfamiliar with DOL labor certification requirements often abandon sponsorship mid-process when they realize the complexity and cost involved.
Can I change employers while my green card application is pending?
Yes, under AC21 job portability rules, you can change employers once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. Confirm portability eligibility with an immigration attorney before resigning, since the occupational similarity standard matters.
Does a Network Specialist role need to be full-time for PERM sponsorship?
PERM labor certification is designed for permanent, full-time positions. Part-time roles and contract arrangements generally do not meet DOL's requirement that the sponsored position be a bona fide permanent job offer. If your current role is contract-to-hire or project-based, your employer needs to convert it to a permanent full-time position and document that change before filing the PERM application with DOL.