Network Support Technician

ManTech International; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

short-term and long-term Disability

Retirement and Savings

Learning and Development opportunities

wellness programs

other optional benefit elections

Job summary

MANTECH seeks a motivated Network Support Technician to join our team at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, WA. This is an on-site position responsible for high-level analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation of complex network systems to ensure mission-critical stability.

You will work with government and contractor personnel on fiber, copper, LAN/WAN, and wireless networks, install and patch panels, and support 25% travel including outside the U.S. Clearances required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED with 1+ years in data center or network support.
• 1+ years experience in data center management, infrastructure management, or network support.
• Experience terminating, repairing, and testing multimode and single-mode fiber optics.
• Experience testing and repairing CAT5E and CAT6 copper.
• Experience installing OSP and ISP fiber in building telecom closets.
• Experience with the administration of switches, servers, distros, and media converters.
• Familiarity with building codes for copper and fiber installation in various locations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate network systems to ensure stability.
• Maintain and troubleshoot fiber and copper network infrastructure.
• Perform Wi-Fi and RFID signal testing and coverage surveys.
• Configure wireless access points, RFID readers, switches, servers, and distribution systems.
• Collaborate with government and contractor personnel on infrastructure projects.
• Travel up to 25% and support non-standard hours.

Skills

Network Support

Data Center Management

Fiber Testing

Copper Testing

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Switches

Servers

Distros

Media Converters

CAD Drawings

Job description

Description & Requirements

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Network Support Technician to join our team at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, WA. This is an on-site position.

Help protect our national security while working on innovative projects. You will be responsible for the high-level analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation of complex network systems, including LAN, WAN, and Internet segments to ensure mission-critical stability.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Apply advanced systems analysis techniques and procedures to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications in collaboration with end-users and stakeholders

• Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems—such as Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and Internet systems to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption

• Maintain, install, and troubleshoot complex fiber and copper network infrastructure, ensuring interconnectivity within a sensitive Data Center environment

• Perform Wi-Fi and RFID signal testing and comprehensive coverage surveys to evaluate and optimize network performance

• Work within an integrated team of government and contractor personnel to consult on and manage various complex infrastructure projects

• Install and patch fiber/copper panels across buildings, support operations with configuration and installation of wireless access points, RFID readers, switches, servers, and distribution systems

• Occasionally work non-standard hours to support mission-critical operations and be willing to travel both within and outside the U.S. up to 25%

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School or GED equivalent with 1+ years’ experience in Data Center Management, Infrastructure Management, or Network Support

• 1+ years of Data Center Management, Infrastructure Management, or Network Support experience

• 1+ years of demonstrated experience terminating, repairing, and testing Multimode and Single-Mode fiber optics

• Experience testing and repairing CAT5E and CAT6 copper

• Experience installing OSP and ISP fiber in building telecommunication closets

• Experience with the administration of switches, servers, distros, and media converters

• Familiarity with building codes and procedures for installing copper and fiber in various locations such as overheads, raised floors, trailers, and temporary building sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in network infrastructure or related fields

• Proficiency in network infrastructure documentation

• Experience with redline drawings for buildings and manhole systems

• Ability to create, read, and update blueprints and CAD drawings

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work environments

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have an active Secret security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to: kneel, stoop, bend, climb ladders and lift materials up to 60 lbs

• Must be able to work in challenging environments with fall protection (e.g., tight spaces, under desks, or in manholes)

• Candidate must have the ability to accurately distinguish colors, hear, and accurately comprehend telephone conversations, radio traffic, and annunciated alarms

The projected compensation range for this position is $65,000.00-$107,900.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• short-term and long-term Disability
• Retirement and Savings
• Learning and Development opportunities
• wellness programs
• other optional benefit elections

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [e-mail] and provide your name and contact information.