Hardware/Software Installation Technician (Secret Clearance)

Take2 Consulting, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Take2 Consulting, LLC is seeking a technically skilled Hardware/Software Installation Technician to support the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onsite in Norfolk, VA. The role focuses on installing, integrating, and troubleshooting network hardware, software, and virtual infrastructure in secure environments while meeting cybersecurity requirements.

The ideal candidate holds an active DoD Secret clearance and has extensive experience with network deployments, validation of performance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field OR
• Have one of the following certifications: CEH, CFR, Cloud+, SSCP, Security+, GSEC.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install, configure, and validate network hardware and software across classified and unclassified environments.
• Execute advanced network installations and upgrades per design, STIGs, and change control.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, performance, and interoperability across hardware and software layers.
• Lead or perform site installations, technology refreshes, and system cutovers with minimal supervision.
• Validate operability and security posture following installation, ensuring DoD/DoN cybersecurity and operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain installation guides, as-built diagrams, and configuration baselines.
• Coordinate with government personnel, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and vendors for mission alignment.

Skills

Network operations

Hardware/Software installation

Enterprise IT infrastructure support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

CEH

CFR

Cloud+

SSCP

Security+

GSEC

Job description

Take2 is seeking a technically skilled Hardware/Software Installation Technician to support our federal client, Military Sealift Command (MSC), onsite in Norfolk, VA. The ideal candidate will have experience installing, integrating, and troubleshooting network hardware, software, and virtual infrastructure in secure environments while ensuring compliance with the client’s cybersecurity requirements. This individual will excel at executing complex deployments, validating system performance, maintaining technical documentation, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver reliable mission-critical solutions. Candidates must already hold an active DoD Secret clearance.

Essential Functions

• Planning, installing, configuring, integrating, and validating network hardware and software components across classified and unclassified environments, including routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and virtual infrastructure.
• Executing advanced network installations and upgrades in accordance with approved engineering designs, STIGs, and change management processes
• Performing advanced troubleshooting of network connectivity, performance, and interoperability issues across hardware and software layers.
• Leading or independently performing site installations, technology refreshes, and system cutovers with minimal supervision.
• Validating network operability and security posture following installation activities, ensuring compliance with DoD /DoN cybersecurity and operational requirements.
• Developing and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, as?built diagrams, and configuration baselines.
• Coordinating with government personnel, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and vendors to ensure mission alignment and successful delivery.
• Performing additional duties as assigned in support of evolving contract requirements and client needs.
• Understanding the organizational policies and procedures for accuracy of solutions and deliverables to the client.
• Demonstrating a commitment to quality and customer support.

Required Education & Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field OR
• Have one of the following certifications:
  • CEH
  • CFR
  • Cloud+
  • SSCP
  • Security+
  • GSEC

Minimum Experience & Skills Required

• Seven or more years of progressive experience in network operations, hardware/software installation, or enterprise IT infrastructure support
• Five or more years of progressive experience in network operations, hardware/software installation, or enterprise IT infrastructure support in Microsoft environments
• Must currently hold an active DoD Secret clearance