Senior Cable Technician | Secret clearance

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Senior Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Senior Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not allowed and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

HOW JOB TITLE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• The Senior Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by JSP. 

• Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.

• Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.

• Our Cable Engineer is responsible for tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.

• In-depth knowledge of TDM networks

• Dress, terminate and test cables and components, Ability to work with power tools and ladders

• Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems

• Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics

• Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance

• Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information

• Verifies service by testing installed cabling; identifying, correcting, or escalating problems

• Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.

• Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications

• Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation

• Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards

• Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.

• Ability to work with power tools and ladders

• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors

• Computer literate with basic Networking Skills

• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned

• Participates in special projects as required

• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance

• Required Experience: 5+ years of related telecommunications experience.

• Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training or work experience.

• Required Technical Skills: Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.

• Required Skills and Abilities: Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels; Solid Customer Support Skills in a high visibility environment; Problem analysis and problem solving; Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Location: Onsite at the Pentagon - Arlington VA

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance

• Strong customer service experience is highly preferred

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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