Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring several NOC Tier 1 Support Specialists, responsible for monitoring and maintaining critical network and infrastructure systems. This position is onsite near Springfield, VA and requiresTop Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance

Responsibilities for the NOC Tier 1 Support Specialist include:

Monitor network, server, and application performance using tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, or Zabbix.
Respond to system alerts and incidents, following established protocols for resolution or escalation.
Provide first-level troubleshooting for connectivity, hardware, and software issues.
Document all incidents, actions taken, and resolutions in ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira).
Collaborate with Tier 2/3 teams to escalate and resolve complex technical issues.
Maintain awareness of system health, uptime, and performance metrics.
Support routine maintenance tasks and assist with patching and updates.
Participate in 24/7 shift coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications for the NOC Tier 1 Support Specialist include:

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
1+ years of experience in a technical support or NOC environment.
Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance required.
Familiarity with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, LAN/WAN).
Experience with monitoring and ticketing tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, ServiceNow).
Strong communication and documentation skills.

Compensation for the NOC Tier 1 Support Specialist includes:

Salary range: approximately $95,000 – $105,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 9/18/2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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