Network (Cable) Technician with Top Secret Clearance

Information Management Group Inc.; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading small business in the Information Technology field is seeking a skilled network technician with at least five years of experience. The successful candidate will manage installations and troubleshoot network systems while adhering to industry standards. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short term and long term disability insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Personal leave plus paid federal holidays

Professional development and training assistance

Qualifications

• Proficient in installation and certification testing of various cable types.
• Experienced in troubleshooting network issues effectively.
• Knowledgeable about industry standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate network cables as per standards.
• Perform testing and troubleshoot network issues.
• Document network configurations and maintain inventory.

Skills

Installation of UTP and fiber cables

Troubleshooting copper and fiber issues

Certification testing

Knowledge of structured cable standards

Education

Minimum five years network technician experience

DOD Secret clearance

Tools

Fluke DSX-8000 tester

OptiFiber Pro OTDR

Job description

Opportunity

1. Equipment Rooms/Telecommunications Rooms/Network Enclosures/Data Centera. Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (network - LAN/SAN, server, storage, UPS, etc.) as directed.b. Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable tray.c. Install cable tray/raised floor cable tray and cable tray accessories.2. Backbone Cablinga. Install intra-building backbone cabling.3. Horizontal Cablinga. Install cable trays, J Hooks, and cable tray accessories.b. Install horizontal cable.c. Organize, form, and dress cable.4. Work Area Outletsa. Install work area outlets, face-plates, jacks, and patch cables.b. Remove kick-platesand pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling.5.Terminationsa. Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable on patch panels and modular plugs.b. Terminate 62.5-micron multimode fiber, 50-micron multimode fiber, and single mode fiber using ST, SC, and LC connectors using the anaerobic adhesive system and Corning UniCam system.6. Operations/Troubleshootinga. Complete work orders as directed..b. Diagnose and correct copper cable and fiber optic cable problems.c. Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed.d. Groom network enclosures and equipment as directed.7.Testinga. Perform certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable, multimode and single-mode fiber cables (ST, SC, and LC), and coaxial cables.8. Administrative Tasksa. Complete network trouble tickets as directed.b. Document test results as directed.c. Inventory material as directed.

d. Document configuration/control of copper and fiber patch panels. and physical locations of copper and fiber optic cables as directed.e. Label and document network equipment, cable paths, network rooms and cabinets as directed.

Qualifications

Clearance Required:

• DOD Secret or "L" clearance required.

Education/Experience:

1. Minimum of five years’ experience in network technician work.

2. Qualified in the installation, termination, and certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable, multimode and single-mode fiber cable (ST, SC, and LC), and coaxial cables.3. Proficient with Fluke DSX-8000 copper/fiber tester and Fluke OFP-100-QI OptiFiber Pro Optical Time Domain Reflectometer.4. Capable of properly troubleshooting the physical network.5. Remain current on industry and manufacturer best practices, standards, and codes.6. Knowledgeable in the application of the following structured cable standards and codes: a.ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-B b.ANSI/TIA/EIA 569 c.ANSI/TIA/EIA 606 d.ANSI/TIA/EIA 607 e.NFPA 70

About IMG

Founded in 1987, IMG is a leading small business that exemplifies competence, integrity and follow-through. We consistently provide customer focused professional services, which ensures our company is recognized for continually exceeding expectations. We believe that at the core of our success stand our people. Our people have provided professional services in the Information Technology field for our customers with a commitment to customer satisfaction for over 35 years.

IMG Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Personal leave plus paid federal holidays
• Professional development and training assistance

IMG is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.