Network Installation Technician I

Invictus International Consulting, LLC; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International Consulting, LLC in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Network Support/Installation Technician I to analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.

The role requires experience with Category 6 cabling, VOIP, and fiber optic cabling, and a DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification, with TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one. Must be able to work with tools and ladders, and coordinate service orders and repairs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of additional experience may be substituted for the degree.
• DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification is required or equivalent.
• Experience in a DoD or IC environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Handle tasks related to service orders and repair activities for Category 6 cabling, VOIP, and fiber optic cabling.
• Install, maintain, and repair voice and data communications systems.
• Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Test and repair cabling infrastructure and verify work orders and equipment.

Skills

Network cabling

VOIP networks

TDM networks

Cable termination/testing

Reading schematics

Cable labeling/documentation

Equipment safety

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification

Tools

Network testers

Copper cable testers

Fiber OTDRs

Fiber power meters

Job description

Title: Network Support/Installation Technician I
Location: Alexandria, VA
Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Description

Invictus, a Red River company, delivers technology and services supporting government and national security missions. We combine cleared mission expertise with enterprise engineering, technology partnerships and large-program execution in support of advanced modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence and systems integration. Our teams support complex operational environments across the U.S. and around the world, helping customers strengthen resilience, accelerate mission outcomes and deploy capabilities that meet demanding mission requirements. Learn more at www.InvictusIC.com.

Job Details

• Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure
• Responsible for tasks assigned by project managers in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure
• In-depth knowledge of TDM networks
• Dress, terminate, and test cables and components
• Ability to work with power tools and ladders
• Install, maintain and repair voice and data communications systems
• Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Test, locate, install, and repair cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance
• Verify work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information
• Verify service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems
• Well-versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
• Document network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications
• Maintain network by troubleshooting and repair outages; testing network back-up procedures; update documentation
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned
• Participate in special projects as required
• Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to the position; an additional 4 years of experience be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience in addition to education level
• Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification
• Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired
• Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Salary: $90000 - $95000 per year