Hardware Technician - Level 1 (Mobility Support Specialist)

Stratum Networks; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 3 weeks paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Health care (single and family)

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Stratum Networks seeks a Hardware Technician - Level 1 (Mobility Support Specialist) for a Fort Meade, MD location. The role involves configuring, installing and servicing workstations, printers, peripherals and conferencing equipment, with an emphasis on field hardware deployment and end-user training.

The candidate must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph and be able to lift up to 50 pounds, drive a company vehicle, and work an 8-hour shift between 6am and 6pm.

Qualifications

• Minimum education and experience: High school/GED and 0–2 years of experience AND 8570 Certification.
• Preferred Security+.
• AA or BS in a technical field can substitute for years of experience.
• Strong hardware installation, repair and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts site surveys; assesses and documents current site configuration and user requirements.
• Analyzes existing requirements and prepares specifications for hardware acquisitions.
• Develops hardware installation schedules.
• Prepares drawings documenting configuration changes at each site.
• Configures computers, communications devices and peripheral equipment.
• Trains site personnel in proper use of hardware.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and test computer workstations, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment.
• Install and configure computer workstations, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment and associated cabling.
• Maintain government and/or vendor-manufactured fiber optic/Ethernet cables & telephone systems

Skills

Hardware installation

Hardware troubleshooting

Remote support

Active Directory

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school/GED

8570 Certification

Security+ (preferred)

AA/BS in technical field (substitute)

Job description

Hardware Technician - Level 1 (Mobility Support Specialist)

• Ft. Meade, Maryland

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions

company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. We are looking for a talented and passionate Level 1Hardware Technician who would support one of our clients located in the Annapolis

Junction, MD area.

CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO

BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

Job Descriiption:

Conducts sites surveys; assesses and documents current site configuration and user requirements.

• Analyzes existing requirements and prepares specifications for hardware acquisitions.
• Develops hardware installation schedules.
• Prepares drawings documenting configuration changes at each site.
• Prepares site installation
• Configures computers, communications devices and peripheral equipment.
• Trains site personnel in proper use of hardware.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and test computer workstations, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment
• Install and configure computer workstations, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment and associated cabling
• Maintain government and/or vendor-manufactured fiber optic/Ethernet cables & telephone systems

Salary: $31k - $71k depending on experience and contract.

Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays. Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately. 401(k) plan with employer match available.

Salary: $31k - $71k depending on experience and contract.

Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays. Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately. 401(k) plan with employer match available.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

Minimum education and experience level: High school/GED and zero (0) to two (2) years of experience AND 8570 Certification. Preferred Security +. Will accept an AA or BS in a technical field as a substitute for years of experience.

Highly skilled in installing, repairing and troubleshooting computer hardware and peripherals. Well-versed in installing windows, software, applications, antivirus and patches. Demonstrated ability to read and understand technical manuals and schematics. Expertise in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). Able to manage time and priorities effectively. Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision. Proficient in working with end-users remotely. Demonstrated expertise. Familiar with Active Directory security and policies. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Outstanding communication skills to relate with team members and support workers. Must be available to work an 8 hour shift between the hours of 6am-and 6pm, as determined by management.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and able to drive a company vehicle. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; periodic work in tight areas.

In order to be considered for this position, you must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Required Clearance: Candidate must have a TS/SCI polygraph clearance

STRATUM NETWORKS OVERVIEW:

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions

company with expert knowledge of implementing secure infrastructure, providing security

integration, development, assessment and training solutions. Our high-end network and security

consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients create robust, secure

network infrastructure, policies, and procedures for local and global, terrestrial and satellite

Networks.

Stratum Networks, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as