Field IT Engineer

Central Intelligence Agency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowances

Job summary

The Central Intelligence Agency is seeking Field IT Technicians to install, operate, and maintain computer, network, and telecommunications systems in the Agency's data centers worldwide. Field IT Engineers support AC power distribution grids and participate in full project life cycles across diverse environments.

Requirements include an Associate/Technical degree in a STEM field and a minimum of four years of civilian or military IT experience; GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Qualifications

• Associate/Technical degree in STEM (e.g., Electronics, Communications, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering)
• Minimum 4 years of civilian or military IT experience
• Experience installing and maintaining IT network infrastructure
• GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain computer, network, and telecommunications systems in CIA data centers worldwide
• Support AC power distribution grids
• Participate in full project life cycles: surveys, planning installs/upgrades, configuring systems, documenting communications systems
• Travel up to 50% of the time for overseas assignments

Skills

LAN/WAN

IT maintenance

Overseas travel

Education

Associate/Technical degree in STEM

Job description

• Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Hiring Path: Fed Competitive
• Number of Openings: Many
• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

Field IT Technicians are responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network, and telecommunications systems in Agency data centers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

As a Field IT Engineer for CIA, you will be primarily responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network and telecommunications systems in the Agency's data centers worldwide. As well, Field IT Engineers provide supporting roles to the installation, operation, and maintenance of AC power distribution grids.

Field IT Engineers will directly participate in the full project life cycle completing tasks such as surveys, planning initial installs or upgrades, modifying and configuring systems, and documenting communications systems for the associated infrastructure for a variety of environments around the world.

Systems supported by Field IT Engineers include: LAN/WAN technology, terrestrial and RF communications platforms (to include satellite, VHF/UHF, and microwave systems), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), cryptographic equipment, category 5/6 ethernet and fiber optics connectivity infrastructure. The capacity and commitment to serve globally is essential. Field IT Engineers typically work overseas in a temporary travel status up to 50% of the time.

Some assignments may be in difficult, harsh, and challenging environments. Opportunities to live and work overseas are also available, and most Field IT Engineers live abroad at some point in their careers. Field IT Engineers receive benefits and allowances for travel that positively impact their overall compensation.

Requirements & Education

Associate/Technical degree preferably in a STEM discipline to include: Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology Computer Network Systems Computer Science or related field Information Technology Electrical Engineering Or, equivalent relevant civilian or military experience (minimum of four (4) years documented experience) in the following areas: Installation and maintenance of network infrastructure in an IT enterprise Electrical/Electrician Trades Data network installer Applied Science for Electrical Technology Commercial or Military Satellite communications At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Central Intelligence Agency, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $75332 – $133142/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-01-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.