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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 Visa Sponsorship as a Network Specialist
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires that your degree field directly relates to network engineering work. A degree in IT, computer science, or electrical engineering maps cleanly. A business or unrelated degree, even with years of Cisco or Juniper experience, creates RFE risk and needs strong documentation.
Target enterprise employers with active LCA histories
Managed service providers and cloud infrastructure teams file LCAs far more consistently than small IT shops. Search DOL's OFLC Wage Search to verify which employers have certified Network Specialist positions recently before investing time in their application process.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Filter Network Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed LCA filing history for this occupation. That narrows your search to companies already set up to sponsor, cutting weeks off your job hunt before you send a single application.
Get your salary benchmark before accepting any offer
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role level. Pull the current figure from OFLC Wage Search for your metro area so you can spot offers that fall below the threshold before you're deep in negotiations.
Clarify H-1B portability rules when switching employers
If you're already in H-1B status, you can start with a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed, without waiting for USCIS approval. Confirm the petition receipt date with your new employer's attorney so you don't create an unauthorized employment gap.
Prepare your O*NET profile match before interviews
Employers and their attorneys use O*NET to document that your Network Specialist role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Review the O*NET task list for this occupation and make sure your resume and job description mirror the specialized duties listed, not generic IT support work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information technology, or network engineering. Generalist roles that accept any degree or treat the credential as optional can fail the specialty occupation test at USCIS, so the job description needs to specify the degree requirement clearly.
Which visa types support Network Specialist sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path, covering up to six years with employer sponsorship. Australian nationals can use the E-3 visa, which carries a separate cap and requires an LCA but no lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role fits the USMCA engineer or computer systems analyst categories. Longer-term, EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is available for permanent positions.
What degree does a Network Specialist need for H-1B sponsorship?
USCIS looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical field. A degree in an unrelated discipline, even combined with certifications like CCNA or CCNP, doesn't automatically satisfy the specialty occupation standard, though substantial equivalent experience structured as a 3-for-1 year substitution can sometimes bridge the gap.
How do I find Network Specialist jobs where employers are already set up to sponsor?
Migrate Mate lists Network Specialist roles from employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're only browsing companies that have already sponsored this type of position. That's the fastest way to avoid applying to employers who have never navigated the sponsorship process and may decline to start.
Can a Network Specialist employer sponsor for a green card, and how long does it take?
Yes. Most employers use the PERM labor certification process under EB-2 or EB-3, which requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. workers are available. PERM preparation and filing typically takes six to twelve months before an I-140 petition is filed. After that, wait times depend on your country of birth, with India and China facing significant priority date backlogs while most other nationalities move much faster.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Network Specialist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.