ISP/OSP - Manama, Bahrain

Leidos; Manama; On-site; BHD 17,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defense Contractor in Bahrain seeks an ISP/OSP technician to maintain fiber optic cables for the OCONUS Piers program, essential for supporting naval operations. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, active secret clearance, and extensive experience in the IT field. Responsibilities include providing connect/disconnect services, testing UCA cables, and documentation tasks, with a pay range of $46,800 - $84,600.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active Secret Clearance.
• 5–10 years of previous experience in the Information Technology field.
• Possess one DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CCNA, GSEC, etc.).
• Completed the ACAS Operator and Supervisor Course.

Responsibilities

• Provide connect/disconnect service to all vessels arriving or departing from assigned location.
• Conduct testing of UCA cables at required intervals.
• Track planned arrival and departure of vessels and respond within required service targets.
• Document daily shift activities in reporting and ticketing tools.

Skills

UCA cable repair

Operation of tools and equipment

Testing of UCA cables

Fiber optic cable maintenance

Documentation skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Cisco CCNA Certification

BICI Installer I Certification

Navy Shipboard Fiber Optic Certification

Job description

Description

The Defense Group of Leidos has an exciting opportunity for an ISP/OSP to support efforts for the OCONUS Piers support portion of the NGEN‑R Service Management, Integration, and Transport (SMIT) contract located in Bahrain. NGEN‑R SMIT is the largest IT services program for the Navy. Leidos supports SMIT by delivering the OCONUS Piers support to connect vessels to shore‑based networks while in port, and supports the OCONUS Enterprise Network (ONE‑Net). Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its shore‑based networks and data management to improve capability and service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts under one enterprise network. As SMIT OCONUS services converge, this position may be responsible for additional Field Services Support tasks on ONE‑Net.

Responsible for maintaining fiber optic cables in support of the OCONUS Piers program in the Middle East region. This includes providing connect/disconnect services to the vessels when arriving and departing from port. Candidates will be expected to respond to requests to provide connect/disconnect services within the required service target as well as the testing, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of Navy Umbilical Cable Assemblies (UCAs). Document daily shift activities in appropriate reporting and ticketing tools and ensure proper pass down of any outstanding issues. This position will require the candidate to travel to other regional locations to repair UCA cables.

What You'll Get To Do

The qualified candidate will provide connect/disconnect service to all vessels arriving or departing from their assigned location. Other duties and responsibilities include:

• Operate tools and equipment (including necessary protective equipment) required to repair and maintain UCA fiber optic cables.
• Conduct testing of UCA cables at required intervals to ensure the necessary supply of fully operational UCAs is maintained.
• Update UCA status in the UCA tracker for the assigned region.
• Track planned arrival and departure of vessels at assigned piers and respond within the required service target to provide connect/disconnect service.
• Track daily activities in the approved ticketing system.
• Assist in the development and update of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for connect/disconnect services, fiber optic cable testing, and fiber optic cable repair for the assigned region.
• Conduct maintenance and repair of UCA cables.
• Perform weekly top 30 Vulnerability and Risk score reports on classified and unclassified networks.
• Document findings and severity levels of non‑compliance in formalized reporting, written, and oral briefs.
• Perform IAVM scans using ACAS.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active Secret Clearance.
• 5‑10 years of previous experience in the Information Technology field.
• Possess one DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+, CCNA, GSEC, etc.).
• Possess Cisco CCNA Certification.
• Possess BICI Installer I Certification.
• Possess Navy Shipboard Fiber Optic Certification.
• Completed the ACAS Operator and Supervisor Course.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have

• Previous experience either in the military or as a contractor supporting pier side connect/disconnect service using either UCA or WPCS solutions.
• Experience with ISP/OSP Fiber Cabling.
• Experience with Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting.
• Possess one BICSI, ETA, FOI, or FOT fiber cabling certification.
• Possess knowledge of troubleshooting point‑to‑point connections.

Pay Range

$46,800.00 - $84,600.00

Posting Date

November 6, 2025

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.