Patch and Test Technician

The Amatriot Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amatriot Group is seeking a Patch and Test Technician at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL to support high-availability communications across secure networks. You will provision, modify, and restore services, install, test, and provide technical support in a 24/7 environment.

Required are DoD 8140/8570 certification, TS/SCI clearance, 3+ years in military or enterprise telecoms, and experience with long-haul data/voice, encryption devices, and secure circuits.

Qualifications

• DoD 8140/8570 certification is required or desired.
• TS/SCI clearance is required.
• 3+ years of related experience in telecom or IT within military environments.
• Experience with long-haul data/voice transmission and secure networks is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for mission-critical comms.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and manage daily work assignments to meet operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot, install, operate, and maintain PTF systems to ensure continuous service availability.
• Operate and maintain USCENTCOM HQ fixed and deployable IT systems, including long-haul communications and tactical network infrastructure.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecommunications systems and equipment.
• Complete service requests, generate reports, and support service restoration efforts, including equipment changes and configuration updates.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal IT organizations to support projects, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service implementations.
• Provide field support at forward locations within the Area of Responsibility (AOR), as required.
• Open, track, and close service tickets using ServiceNow and FaCIT, and maintain a Master Station Log.
• Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled outages with DISA and other external agencies.
• Configure, operate, and maintain cryptographic equipment and troubleshoot secure circuits locally and remotely.
• Support rotating shifts and non-standard work schedules as mission requirements dictate.

Skills

DoD 8140/8570 Certification

TS/SCI clearance

3+ years experience

Military telecom experience

Analytical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree not required

Tools

KG-175D TACLANE

KG-250X TACLANE

Encryption devices

ServiceNow

Job description

Position: Patch and Test Technician

Location: MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL

Clearance: TS/SCI

Job Type: Full-Time (6 month Contract)

Target Salary Range*:$85,000-$100,000

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview

This role supports high-availability communications for a large, diverse user base across multiple secure networks. Responsibilities include provisioning, modifying, and restoring services in accordance with local and higher-level policies, as well as providing installation, testing, systems integration, and technical support in a 24/7 operational environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Prioritize and manage daily work assignments to meet operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot, install, operate, and maintain PTF systems to ensure continuous service availability.
• Operate and maintain USCENTCOM HQ fixed and deployable IT systems, including long-haul communications and tactical network infrastructure.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecommunications systems and equipment.
• Complete service requests, generate reports, and support service restoration efforts, including equipment changes and configuration updates.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal IT organizations to support projects, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service implementations.
• Provide field support at forward locations within the Area of Responsibility (AOR), as required.
• Open, track, and close service tickets using ServiceNow and FaCIT, and maintain a Master Station Log.
• Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled outages with DISA and other external agencies.
• Configure, operate, and maintain cryptographic equipment and troubleshoot secure circuits locally and remotely.
• Support rotating shifts and non-standard work schedules as mission requirements dictate.

Position Requirements

• Certification: Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification (CompTIA Security + CE), bachelor’s degree not required.
• TS/SCI

• 3+ years of related experience
• Experience in high-tempo military or enterprise telecommunications environments

• Proficiency with long-haul data and voice transmission technologies (fiber, copper, satellite)
• Experience troubleshooting SONET/MSPP, CTP, and ODXC systems
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills supporting mission-critical communications
• Experience with encryption devices and secure voice/data transmission policies
• Valid U.S. passport
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with KG-175D/G/F/N/X TACLANE and KG-250X/XS encryption devices
• Knowledge of higher-level transport infrastructure, including SONET/ MSPP and ODXC
• Prior experience in military Tech Control or Patch and Test Facilities (TCF/PTF)

Location

• On Customer Site at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL