Senior Network Installation Technician with Security Clearance

JCS Solutions LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

401k retirement plan with employer fit

Annual Professional Development Reimb.

Job summary

JCS Solutions is seeking a Senior Network Installation Technician to support the Defense Enclave Services program at Fort Meade, Maryland. The role focuses on surveys, infrastructure deployment, structured cabling, and enterprise network equipment implementation in classified environments.

Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations is extensive, and the position requires active DoD clearance. The successful candidate will install, test, and certify Cat6 and fiber cabling, create site survey reports,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience required; additional 4 years may substitute for degree.
• Active Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification and Active BICSI Certification.
• 90-100% travel required to CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Experience deploying and certifying Cat6 and fiber-optic cabling in enterprise/government environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead network surveys, infrastructure assessments, and installation activities.
• Conduct site surveys at CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Install, test, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, WAPs, and wireless controllers.
• Create site survey reports and design network topology diagrams with Visio.
• Install and certify Cat6 and fiber-optic cabling; build equipment racks and BOMs.

Skills

Network surveys

Site surveys

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Visio

OTDRs

Cable certification equipment

Job description

Job Summary

JCS Solutions is seeking a Senior Network Installation Technician to support the Defense Enclave Services (DES) program at Fort Meade, Maryland. This position supports Department of Defense network modernization efforts through network surveys, infrastructure deployment, structured cabling installation, and enterprise network equipment implementation. The successful candidate will support classified environments and ensure network infrastructure installations comply with DISA, NIST, TEMPEST, and telecommunications standards. This role requires extensive travel and hands-on experience deploying and certifying network infrastructure in enterprise and government environments. Network migration efforts are anticipated to continue through September 2027.

Location: Ft. Meade, MD
Clearance: Secret
Salary: $62,000.00 - $91,000.00
Certification: Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification. Active BICSI Certification.

What's in it for you

• Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
• Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
• A robust benefits package:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-and-long term disability
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match
  • Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
  • And more!

What you will do

• Lead network surveys, infrastructure assessments, and installation activities.
• Conduct site surveys at CONUS and OCONUS customer locations.
• Install, connect, test, and troubleshoot:
  • Switches
  • Routers
  • Firewalls
  • Wireless Access Points (WAPs)
  • Wireless Controllers
• Create detailed site survey reports documenting existing infrastructure and design recommendations.
• Develop network topology diagrams and rack elevations using Microsoft Visio.
• Install, terminate, label, test, and certify Cat6 and fiber-optic cabling.
• Build and install telecommunications and equipment racks.
• Perform infrastructure certification testing utilizing OTDRs and cable certification equipment.
• Troubleshoot network infrastructure issues in classified environments.
• Develop Bills of Material (BOMs) for network deployment projects.
• Perform lifecycle replacement and network refresh activities.
• Ensure installations comply with applicable DISA, NIST, TEMPEST, and customer requirements.
• Track project activities and provide deployment status updates.
• Support after-hours and maintenance-window activities as required.

What you will bring

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of relevant experience; additional 4 years of directly related experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance. (U.S. Citizenship required)
• Technical Requirements:
  • Working knowledge of ANSI/TIA-568 and ANSI/TIA-569 telecommunications standards.
  • Knowledge of Protective Distribution Systems (PDS) requirements for classified environments.
  • Knowledge of National Security Telecommunications and Information Systems Security Instruction (NTISSI) 7003.
  • Knowledge of DISA network topologies and standards.
  • Experience creating network topology diagrams and rack elevations using Microsoft Visio.
  • Hands-on experience installing, terminating, labeling, testing, and troubleshooting Cat6 and fiber-optic cabling.
  • Experience utilizing OTDRs, cable certification testers, and network analysis tools to certify infrastructure.
  • Experience installing and testing enterprise network equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and wireless controllers.
  • Experience conducting network surveys and infrastructure assessments.
• Required Certifications:
  • Active CompTIA Security+ Certification
  • Active BICSI Certification
• Travel Requirements: 90-100% travel required. Travel includes both CONUS and OCONUS customer locations.

About JCS Solutions

JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers' mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities. JCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Top Places to Work certified company. Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too! At JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $62,000.00 - $91,000.00.

Our core values

• Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients
• Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
• Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
• Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
• Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
• Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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