Network Installation Technician I

Invictus International; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International is seeking a Network Support/Installation Technician I in Alexandria, VA. You will analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure to support DoD and IC missions.

The role requires a TS/SCI with CI poly, DoD/IC environment experience, and hands-on work with VOIP, fiber, and Cat6. You will dress, terminate, test, and document cabling, and collaborate with project managers on service orders and repairs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience beyond education.
• Active DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification.
• Experience in a DoD or IC environment is preferred.
• Current TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain CI polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Handle tasks assigned by project managers for service orders and repairs related to Cat6, VOIP, and fiber cabling.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of TDM networks.
• Dress, terminate, and test cables and components.
• Work with power tools and ladders as required.
• Install, maintain, and repair voice and data communications systems.
• Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Test, locate, install, and repair cabling infrastructure and troubleshoot when needed.
• Verify work order information and equipment received.
• Verify service by testing cabling and escalate problems when necessary.
• Use network cabling test equipment including testers, copper/fiber devices, OTDRs, and meters.
• Document network by labeling, routing equipment/cables, and recording configurations.
• Maintain network by troubleshooting outages and updating documentation.
• Stay up to date on relevant technologies and participate in special projects.
• Identify and remove abandoned cable and keep cables tidy with safety in mind.

Skills

Network cabling

VOIP networks

TDM networks

Cable testing

Documentation

Electrical schematics

Power tools

Safety standards

Fiber optic cabling

Education

Bachelor's degree

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

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