Hardware Technician TS/SCI Polygraph

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is looking for a Junior/Mid-Level Hardware Technician to support physical integrations and deployments in their Cyber & Analytics Business Area. Responsibilities include assembling systems, conducting tests, and coordinating with engineering on data center projects.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, extensive experience with technical drawings, and proficiency in Excel and Visio. Candidates must have TS/SCI clearance and be able to lift 35 lbs.

The pay range for this role is between $87,100 and $157,450, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience can substitute for a Degree.
• 3 years experience interpreting technical drawings.
• 2 years maintaining network and server documentation.
• Direct experience with data center design and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Support physical integrations for multi-rack systems.
• Develop installation plans with engineering teams.
• Conduct testing and troubleshooting for hardware components.
• Plan data center enhancements and execute special projects.

Skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Electronics test equipment operation

Independent thinking

Excel proficiency

Visio proficiency

Analytic abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Visio

Rack and stack hardware

Job description

Junior/Mid-Level Hardware Technician

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Junior/Mid-Level Hardware Technician in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management.

Job Summary

The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting the physical integrations (rack, stack, cabling), deployment and sustainment of development and operational systems. She/he will research and evaluate processes and utilize best practices to create and modify Deployment Packages (Microsoft Excel), Rack Elevations (Microsoft Excel), Master Cable Lists (Microsoft Excel), and Wiring Diagrams (Visio). She/he will perform short‑duration travel to support deployments and must be available to provide after‑hours surge support when needed to meet customer requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assemble devices and equipment and perform initial physical integrations of multi‑rack systems.
• Support deployments of multi‑rack systems both CONUS and OCONUS.
• Provide support for a lab consisting of ~100 racks to include physical integrations, power, space, and cooling estimates, power testing, and monitoring and troubleshooting of hardware.
• Develop installation plans and coordinate redesign efforts with system administration and system engineering teams.
• Establish and conduct test cases and coordinate with System and Network Engineers in troubleshooting suspected failed components, including hard drives, memory, batteries, cables, motherboards, and processors.
• Operate electronics test equipment to include fiber and copper test sets, OTDRs, multi‑meters, etc.
• Plan and implement data center enhancements and undertake lab and deployment‑related special project work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field and at least 4 years of related experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a Degree.
• At least 3 years of work experience interpreting and working with technical drawings and blueprints.
• At least 2 years of experience maintaining network and server documentation and diagrams.
• Experience establishing and conducting test cases for troubleshooting components, including hard drives, memory, batteries, cables, motherboards, processors, etc.
• Experience with electronics test equipment (fiber and copper test sets, OTDRs, multi‑meters, etc.)
• Direct, hands‑on experience with data center design and configuration (rack and stack, power, placement, etc.).
• Direct work experience and/or in‑depth related experience or training with network, server, and Data Center security accreditation and certification.
• Must have a high level of proficiency with Excel and/or Visio.
• Must be able to routinely lift 35 lbs. without assistance.
• Must be available to perform short‑duration travel to support deployments.
• Must be available to provide after‑hours surge support when needed to meet customer requirements.
• Must be an independent thinker capable of working proficiently independently as well as within a team.
• Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices including compliance with maintenance windows and change control procedures.
• Must possess strong analytic abilities, and must be meticulous and careful in their work.
• Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with server/router/firewall configuration and application performance optimization functions.
• Experience with network and server component moves.
• Experience documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $87,100.00 - $157,450.00 (general guideline only; actual offer may vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity).

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.