Network Infrastructure Engineer (Up to 75% OCONUS Travel)

Scientific Research Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation is seeking a network infrastructure specialist to upgrade WAN equipment and fiber infrastructure across CONUS/OCONUS, design data center cabling, and work with engineers to ensure layer 1-3 connectivity. The role involves installing routers, switches, encryptors, patch panels, and both inside and outside plant fiber installations.

The candidate will coordinate with site coordinators and COMSEC custodians, comply with OSHA safety standards, and be willing to

Qualifications

• CCNA or CompTIA Network+ certification is required.
• Information Technology background is required.
• Experience with WAN/LAN troubleshooting (layer 1) is required.
• 3-4 years of experience with copper cabling (CAT5E/6/6A), fiber (OS2/OM1/OM3/OM4), WAN/LAN troubleshooting, and installing fiber transceivers (SFP, QSFP).
• Experience with outside plant fiber installation and OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Upgrading WAN equipment and fiber infrastructure at remote locations CONUS and OCONUS.
• Designing and implementing cable infrastructure for data centers and outside plant fiber.
• Working with network engineers to establish layer 1-3 connectivity.
• Installing routers, switches, encryptors, and patch panels in racks.
• Inside plant fiber installation in data centers and telecom rooms.
• Outside plant fiber installation between buildings through manholes.

Skills

CCNA or CompTIA Network+

IT background

WAN/LAN troubleshooting

Fiber and copper cabling

Fiber transceivers (SFP, QSFP)

OS2/OM1/OM3/OM4 fiber

OSHA safety / confined space

Windows OS & MS Office

Tools

Visual Fault Locator

Fiber Optic Power Meters

CAT5E/CAT6 testers

OTDR

T-BERD

Windows/Office software

Job description

Description

• Upgrading Wide Area Network (WAN) equipment and fiber infrastructure at remote locations CONUS an OCONUS
• Designing and implementing cable infrastructure for data centers and outside plant fiber
• Working with network engineers to establish layer 1-3 connectivity
• Performing installation of routers, switches, encryptors and patch panels in racks
• Performing inside plant fiber installation: data center fiber installation, telecom room to telecom room fiber installation
• Performing outside plant fiber installation: building to building fiber installation through manholes and handholes
• Working with node site coordinator to extend WAN circuits to routers
• Coordinating with remote site POC’s to plan, design, and schedule equipment and infrastructure installation
• Coordinating with remote COMSEC custodians to ensure the correct Keymat is ordered ahead of installation, working with local COMSEC custodians to send out appropriate COMSEC device to site
• Creating cable diagrams before and update after installation is complete

FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

Requirements

• CCNA or CompTIA Network+
• Information Technology background
• Knowledgeable in network WAN/LAN with experience in troubleshooting layer 1 connectivity issues
• 3-4 years of experience in the following areas:
  • Working with copper cable infrastructure (CAT5E, CAT6, CAT6A)
  • Working with Single Mode and Multimode fiber (OS2, OM1, OM3, OM4)
  • Troubleshooting Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity issues
  • Installing fiber optic transceivers (SFP, QSFP, media converters)
• Knowledge of outside plant (OSP) fiber installation and safety, including OSHA safety standards and confined space training
• Understanding of Data Center Infrastructure, including hot aisle/cold aisle environments, cable ladders, rack installation, and cable management
• Knowledge of fiber and copper test equipment, such as Visual Fault Locator (VFL), Fiber Optic Power Meters, CAT5E/CAT6 testers, OTDR, and T-BERD
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visual Basic)
• Must be able to lift, move, carry 50 pounds
• Must be willing to relocate to Charleston, South Carolina

Desired Skills

• 3 - 4 years of experience in the following areas:
  • Installing routers, cryptographic devices, circuit activations, and fiber infrastructure
  • Performing fusion splicing, including splice‑on connectors, loose tube, ribbon fiber, and splice tray organization
  • Working with DISA Telecommunications Service Orders (TSO)
• Prior military serviceor experience contracting with a government agency
• Troubleshooting network issues in a WAN environment working with Network Engineers to determine if it's physical (layer 1) or logical issue (layer 2-3)
• Troubleshooting cryptographic devices, i.e. correct keymat, IP address, SA tunnels and route information

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

• 75% Travel, able to travel for up to a month at a time, usually, one to two weeks
• Able to obtain US Passport (company pays)
• Driver’s license required
• Willing to drive overseas to include (Left side of the road I.E. England, Japan etc.)
• No Company travel credit card, company Reimbursement travel

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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