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NETWORK ORDER PREPARATION SPECIALIST / Telecom Provisioner

Apex Systems
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026
Job#: 3047452

Job Description:


Network Order Preparation Specialist (Non-Technical)

Apex Systems is immediately hiring for a Network Order Preparation Specialist with a large government client supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) in Columbus, OH!

Position requires a currently active DoD-issued Secret Security Clearance.

If interested in applying, please either apply directly through the site or email a copy of your updated resume to Melissa at (please reference Job ID: 3047452)

Location: 100% on-site in Columbus, OH

Schedule: Typically Monday-Friday, 1st Shift (9am-5pm ET) or 2nd Shift (2pm-10pm or 3pm-11pm ET)

Contract Duration: 6 month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity

Pay Rate: $20-25/hour (depending upon experience)

Overview:

The Network Order Preparation supports the provisioning lifecycle throughout order entry, order preparation, solution design, and circuit activation. During the Order Preparation Phase, the position develops draft service orders from validated service requests and preliminary circuit designs, transitions approved requests into automated systems, including document circuit paths, and helps ensure efficient and cost-effective service delivery through DISN or commercial resources.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide network engineering and administrative support for DISA systems; ensure alignment with mission objectives and analyze multi-layer network transport layers.
  • Develop and process service orders from validated requests, utilizing automated and classified systems (e.g., WWOLS).
  • Document and manage circuit paths across DISN using government or commercial resources, ensuring cost-effective service delivery
  • Support development and monitoring of enterprise network infrastructure (CAN, MAN, WAN) for classified and unclassified environments.
  • Resolve Held in Abeyance (HIA) items and escalate mission-critical issues as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with TSP requirements and maintain accurate service order tracking and schedules.
  • Validate QoS metrics and network performance for DISN and commercial connections.
  • Maintain accurate service order documentation, including MCLs, CP&D, and non-conforming circuit lists.
  • Communicate effectively and provide technical guidance across cross-functional teams.
  • Troubleshoot systems and applications; support network maintenance, upgrades, and performance optimization.
  • Execute EIS transition activities, including circuit analysis and coordination on TSIPs.
  • Support end-to-end circuit transitions, including POC validation, timeline management, and status reporting.
  • Adhere to all safety, security, and compliance requirements and perform additional duties as assigned.


Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 years of military experience in a communications field or an applicable technical discipline; OR 2 years in an accredited technical training program, including 1 year of experience in an applicable communication field; OR 2 years of experience in a communication field or applicable technical discipline.


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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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