Navy Networks Instructor

SAIC is seeking a Navy Networks Instructor to support the Naval Waterfront Training Delivery (WFTD) Program in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

This work is to be performed on site in Hawaii.

This position is ideal for a former Navy communications, IT, or network professional with hands-on experience operating, administering, troubleshooting, and maintaining shipboard networks and communications systems. The selected candidate will leverage their operational fleet experience to train Sailors on the configuration, management, monitoring, fault isolation, and restoration of Navy networks in support of mission-critical communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and laboratory instruction on Navy shipboard network and communications systems
• Teach students how to operate, configure, administer, and maintain Navy network infrastructure
• Provide hands-on training in network monitoring, troubleshooting, fault isolation, and system restoration
• Share real-world fleet experience and operational best practices to enhance student learning and mission readiness
• Evaluate student performance and provide coaching to ensure mastery of course objectives
• Maintain technical expertise on current Navy networking architectures, processes, and technologies

This role offers a unique opportunity to turn your fleet experience into mission impact by developing the next generation of Navy network operators and administrators. Your firsthand knowledge of shipboard operations will directly contribute to fleet readiness and warfighter effectiveness.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 7 years of combined experience in:

  • Delivering technical instruction and training courses

  • Supporting and maintaining training curriculum/courseware

  • Providing system administration, maintenance, cybersecurity, or operational support for Navy shipboard network environments

• Hands-on experience with one or more Navy network systems, including CANES, ADNS, ISNS, CENTRIXS, SubLAN, SCI Networks, NTCSS, NSVT, HBSS, or ISSM-related functions
• Proven experience troubleshooting, securing, and maintaining afloat network and communications systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively train and mentor military personnel

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior U.S. Navy experience in Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN/CWT), Electronics Technician (ET), or related communications/networking ratings

• Previous instructor or military training experience

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:

• Must have an active Secret clearance

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

Must be able to obtain the following certifications within 6 months of hire:

• CompTIA Security+
• Cisco CCNA or Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Formal Instructor Training (ONE of the following):
  • US Navy Instructor Training Course
  • Industry Training Certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified Trainer or CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer certification [CTT+]
  • Pass a one (1) week instructor training class

Preferred: Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification