Inside/Outside Plant Manager

ValidaTek, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inside/Outside Plant Manager to lead the development and maintenance of cabling systems for a significant DoD IT infrastructure program. This role demands a seasoned professional with extensive experience in telecommunications infrastructure and a strong understanding of regulatory compliance. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and integrity of the cabling systems while providing leadership to a talented technical team. Join this dynamic organization where your expertise will drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency in a mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in telecommunications infrastructure, with 3+ years in management.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements and develop plans for installations.
• Oversee implementation and ensure continual improvement.
• Provide leadership and motivation to the technical team.

Skills

Telecommunications Infrastructure Management

IP Network Operations

Optical Network Operations

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

OSHA Confined Space Training

Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)

Job description

Company Overview

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary

ValidaTek is searching for an Inside/Outside Plant Manager to oversee development, installation, and maintenance of inside and outside plant cabling systems that support a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users. The Plant Manager will ensure the integrity and reliability of the cabling system, adhering to all required regulations and regulatory requirements that include safety and training.

Responsibilities

In this role, the Plant Manager will:

• Analyze requirements and develop plans for installations and technical solutions.
• Oversee the implementation of planned installations.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of best practices and technical expertise to ensure continual improvement and reliability of services.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of the infrastructure, troubleshooting particularly difficult issues that cannot be resolved by the team.
• Provide leadership and motivation to the technical team.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• 7+ years of experience working in and 3+ years managing an inside/outside plant telecommunications infrastructure in a cleared government environment.
• Knowledge of IP and optical network operations, DoD network and system security requirements, and ITSM best practices.
• OSHA required Confined Space Training.
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification.
• All candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $79,648.00/Yr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $132,746.67/Yr.

Salary Disclosure

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.