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25H Network Communication Systems Specialist NCOER Duty Description Examples

Real NCOER duty description examples for 25H Network Communication Systems Specialists. Covers direct, organizational, and senior leadership levels plus common duty positions including network node controller, transmission systems NCO, and node section chief. (25H absorbed the former 25L, 25N, and 25Q in 2022; LAN cabling duties moved to 25B.)

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What makes a strong 25H duty description?

Network communication systems duty descriptions should reflect network node operations, transmission link management, and network security responsibilities. Reference the network and transmission systems operated, availability requirements, and the formations supported. Use signal and network operations terminology appropriate to the role.

Duty Descriptions by Rank Level

Direct Level (SGT/SSG)Node Team Chief

Serves as Node Team Chief responsible for operating and maintaining tactical network node and transmission equipment supporting a battalion or brigade command post; Installs, configures, and operates network switches, routers, and line-of-sight transmission terminals providing voice and data services; Manages COMSEC material and ensures compliance with network security requirements; Establishes, monitors, and restores transmission links with adjacent and higher nodes; Maintains network documentation and troubleshoots connectivity issues affecting command and control; Advises the section chief on network status and operational requirements

Organizational Level (SFC)Node Section Chief

Serves as Node Section Chief responsible for network node and transmission operations supporting a brigade combat team; Supervises node and transmission teams in the execution of network operations, system maintenance, and COMSEC management; Manages section equipment readiness and coordinates maintenance for all node and transmission systems; Directs node establishment, link planning, and displacement during field exercises and deployments; Coordinates with brigade S6 for network architecture and operational requirements; Advises the S6 NCOIC on section capabilities and network status

Senior Level (MSG)Signal Battalion Network Operations NCOIC

Serves as Network Operations NCOIC responsible for network node and transmission operations for an expeditionary signal battalion or division network; Supervises node and transmission section chiefs in the execution of network operations programs; Manages the network including architecture, link planning, operations, and maintenance programs; Directs the development of network SOPs, training programs, and operational standards; Coordinates with division G6 and theater signal elements for network support and system integration requirements; Advises the battalion commander on network readiness and signal support capabilities

Duty Descriptions by Position

Network Node Controller NCO

Serves as Network Node Controller NCO managing network node operations for a tactical command post; Operates and maintains network switches, routers, and transmission systems at the tactical node; Manages network user accounts and ensures compliance with cybersecurity requirements; Monitors network performance and troubleshoots connectivity issues affecting operations; Maintains network documentation and ensures accurate records of all configurations; Advises the section chief on network status and technical support requirements

Transmission Systems NCO

Serves as Transmission Systems NCO responsible for line-of-sight and troposcatter transmission links that provide network backbone connectivity; Installs, aligns, and operates transmission terminals and antennas; Manages link establishment, monitoring, and restoration procedures for assigned systems; Coordinates with adjacent nodes and higher signal elements for backbone continuity; Maintains transmission records and documents all link configurations and performance data; Advises the section chief on transmission status and backbone requirements

Network Management NCO

Serves as Network Management NCO responsible for managing network operations and performance monitoring; Monitors network performance metrics and manages traffic routing across node and transmission assets; Coordinates bandwidth management and circuit prioritization with supported unit S6 elements; Manages network change orders and documents all configuration changes; Provides network status reports and troubleshooting support to the section chief; Advises the signal officer on network performance and support requirements

Tips for writing 25H duty descriptions

  • Reference the systems operated — tactical network nodes, line-of-sight and troposcatter transmission terminals
  • Include network availability requirements and the formations supported
  • Reference signal doctrine and network operations regulations
  • Scale scope to rank — SGT operates node and transmission systems, SFC manages the section
  • Include both operations and maintenance responsibilities

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Common duties at each rank for 25H

SGT
Serves as Network Communication Systems Specialist on a node or transmission team. Performs MOS-level tasks and maintains assigned equipment accountability. Conducts crew/section drills.
SSG
Serves as Node Team Chief. Leads a node or transmission team. Plans and executes section-level training.
SFC
Serves as Node Section Chief or Signal Section Sergeant. Mentors team chiefs. Plans platoon/section-level network operations and training.
MSG
Serves as senior network operations NCO at company or battalion level. Develops section sergeants and runs unit-level training.

More example NCOER bullets for 25H duty position

CharacterExceeded Standard
o reinforced node site OPSEC and dignity-respect standards; section handled secure equipment without complaint or EO incident
LeadsExceeded Standard
o led 25H node team during division exercise; section established and maintained the network node and transmission links without outage
AchievesExceeded Standard
o restored battalion network node and line-of-sight link during exercise blackout; connectivity restored within standard timeline

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