Remote DoD IT Site Survey Lead – Installations

By Light Professional IT Services LLC

McLean (VA)

Remote

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

By Light Professional IT Services LLC seeks a Senior Hardware/Software Installation Technician to lead field surveys for a DoD modernization program. You will oversee site readiness, document requirements for upgrades, and supervise installation of hardware and software across CONUS/OCONUS locations.

The role requires DoD environment experience, strong Visio/AutoCAD skills, and leadership in field deployments. Travel up to 90% is possible.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering or 6+ years of related field experience
5+ years of hardware/software integration and structured cabling
Experience conducting site surveys for DoD or Federal Government environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Visio for network diagrams and rack elevations
Strong understanding of power requirements (NEMA plugs, UPS sizing, BTU calculations)
Knowledge of fiber optic and copper cabling standards (single-mode, multi-mode, CAT6)

Responsibilities

Lead physical site surveys at military installations (CONUS and OCONUS) to validate power, space, HVAC, and connectivity needs for new deployments.
Analyze existing network infrastructure to determine upgrade requirements.
Develop Site Survey Reports (SSRs) and Installation Design Plans (IDPs) with floor plans and rack elevations.
Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support procurement and logistics for installations.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot IT hardware (routers, switches, crypto devices, UPS) and software/firmware.
Load OS (Windows/Linux) and apply baselines (STIGs) per DoD cybersecurity standards.
Conduct burn-in testing and validation prior to final acceptance.
Troubleshoot hardware/software interoperability with backend engineering teams.