Telecommunications Analyst - SME

General Dynamics IT; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics IT in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an experienced Senior Telecommunications Analyst to support operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of telecommunications and network infrastructure within DoD environments.

The ideal candidate will have fiber optic expertise, hands-on experience with network devices, secure communications technologies, and the ability to work independently or in a team while traveling 10–25%.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting telecommunications and network systems.
• Experience using fiber optic test equipment to diagnose and resolve network faults.
• Working knowledge of fiber optic communications systems.
• TCP/IP networking fundamentals and Layer 2/3 concepts.
• Inline Network Encryption devices and secure communications experience.
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams and engineering docs.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test and troubleshoot telecommunications and fiber optic infrastructure at government sites.
• Respond to telecommunications trouble tickets from remote customers.
• Use a Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzer and related equipment to identify faults and signal degradation.
• Analyze fiber optic test results and recommend corrective actions.
• Configure, monitor and troubleshoot routers, switches and network infrastructure.
• Support and maintain inline network encryption devices and secure communications equipment.
• Perform network connectivity testing, performance monitoring and fault isolation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, procedures and reports.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on projects and service requirements.

Skills

Network Communications

Telecommunication Systems

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzer

Routers and switches

Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network and Telecommunications

Job Qualifications:

Skills: Network Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Certifications: None

Experience: 10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description:

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Telecommunications Analyst to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of telecommunications and network infrastructure. The successful candidate will possess expertise in fiber optic transport systems, network communications, and secure communications technologies. This position requires hands‑on experience identifying and resolving fiber optic faults, supporting network equipment, and working within secure Department of Defense (DoD) environments.

The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated technical professional with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills who can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of telecommunications and fiber optic infrastructure at government sites.


• Respond to telecommuncations trouble tickets from remote customers.


• Utilize a Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzer and related test equipment to identify, isolate, and resolve fiber optic faults, signal degradation, and performance issues.


• Analyze and interpret fiber optic test results and recommend corrective actions.


• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, and associated network infrastructure.


• Support and maintain inline network encryption devices and secure communications equipment.


• Perform network connectivity testing, performance monitoring, and fault isolation.


• Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, procedures, and reports.


• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to support telecommunications projects and service requirements.


• Support on‑site and remote locations, including occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret Security Clearance .


• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent military or industry experience may be substituted.


• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting telecommunications and network systems.


• Experience using a Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzer or equivalent fiber optic test equipment to diagnose and resolve network faults.


• Working knowledge of: Fiber optic communications systems.


• Routers and switches


• TCP/IP networking fundamentals


• Layer 2 and Layer 3 network concepts


• Inline Network Encryption (INE) devices


• Telecommunications infrastructure and connectivity troubleshooting


• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering documentation.


• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DoD or federal government telecommunications environments.


• Industry certifications such as: CompTIA Network+ Security+ Cisco CCNA Fiber Optic Association (FOA) certifications


• Knowledge of network monitoring and management tools.


• Experience supporting secure voice, data, and transport systems.

Technical Skills:

• Fiber optic testing and fault isolation


• Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzers


• Optical transport systems


• Router and switch configuration and troubleshooting


• TCP/IP networking


• Inline network encryption devices


• Network diagnostics and performance analysis


• Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint


• Word


• Excel

Travel Requirements:

Ability and willingness to travel 10% to 25% of the time.

Travel may include both CONUS and OCONUS locations in support of operational and project requirements.

Desired Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced and mission‑critical environments.


• Team‑oriented with a customer‑focused mindset.


• Demonstrated initiative and problem‑solving abilities.

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Travel: 10-25%, including occasional OCONUS travel

The likely salary range for this position is $129,813 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation, salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 10-25%

T elecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA VA Virginia Beach

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax d