Cable & Fiber Network Technician with DoD Clearance

SteelGate LLC

Virginia, Northern (MN, KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

SteelGate LLC seeks a Cable / Network Infrastructure Technician in Quantico, VA to install, test, and maintain copper and fiber cabling and related infrastructure. You will work with engineers and technicians to ensure reliable network connectivity across government facilities.

Requirements include 3–5+ years of structured cabling experience, DoD Secret clearance, and familiarity with patch panels, racks, and telecom spaces.

Qualifications

3–5+ years of structured cabling or network infrastructure experience.
Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
DoD 8140/DCWF requirements for Work Role 442 at Advanced proficiency level.
Experience installing and maintaining copper and fiber cabling.
Experience with patch panels, racks, telecom rooms, and related infrastructure.
Ability to read network diagrams, cable schedules, and documentation.
Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Install, terminate, test, label, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain copper and fiber cabling.
Support structured cabling, patch panels, racks, and network closets.
Install and maintain network drops, wall jacks, and patch cables.
Perform cable tracing, testing, certification, and fault isolation.
Diagnose physical-layer connectivity problems and assist with LAN/WAN issues.
Move, add, change (MAC) of network infrastructure as needed.
Document installations and changes, maintain cable records and diagrams.
Follow safety, security, and cybersecurity requirements on site.