Full-Time
Telecommunications Lead
Abacus Technology
501-1,000 employees
IT, engineering, and enterprise management services
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Tullahoma, TN, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required
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- 5+ years experience in telecommunications infrastructure, facility design, and installation, including at least three years in a supervisory or lead position.
- Must be Security+ CE or CCNA certified and hold a current BICSI OSP Designer certification or be able to obtain these certifications after starting.
- Must be well versed in BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
- Proficient in managing telecommunications systems, long-haul communications circuits, land mobile radios, RF equipment (including tower equipment), mass notification systems, public address/audio-visual systems, and video teleconferencing facilities.
- Must have strong technical skills, experience with configuration management, asset lifecycle management, cybersecurity protocols, and the ability to ensure seamless operations, compliance with industry and government standards, and excellent customer support.
- Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.
- Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Oversee the comprehensive lifecycle management (planning, installation, maintenance, upgrades, and decommissioning) of all telecommunications and radio frequency (RF) communication systems, including inside/outside plant cabling, long-haul circuits, land mobile radios (LMR), RF tower equipment, mass notification systems (Giant Voice), audio-visual equipment, and video teleconferencing (VTC) facilities.
- Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and adherence to industry standards (e.g., TIA/EIA, BICSI) and government regulations.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the evolution of telecommunications and RF infrastructure to meet current and future needs.
- Ensure all systems and operations comply with cybersecurity requirements, spectrum management regulations, asset lifecycle management policies, and other applicable standards (e.g., DISA directives, AFMANs).
- Support configuration management, preventative maintenance inspections, documentation, and reporting.
- Provide expert technical support, troubleshooting, and problem resolution for all telecommunications and RF-related issues.
- Manage incident tickets and work orders, coordinate with vendors and other service providers, and deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support special projects, provide training, and ensure clear communication regarding system status and planned changes.
- Lead and oversee the daily operation of a staff of roughly 15 technicians in both telephone and radio maintenance, installation and problem remediation.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field desired
Abacus Technology provides professional IT, engineering analysis, and enterprise management services. It helps clients solve complex technology challenges by delivering integrated, cost-conscious solutions that improve productivity. The company works by offering a full range of support services across information technology, engineering analysis, and enterprise management, tailoring solutions to each project and guiding work from planning to deployment. Compared with competitors, Abacus Technology emphasizes total client satisfaction, a comprehensive suite of services, and practical, results‑oriented outcomes designed to help customers “make technology count.” The goal is to help clients increase productivity and efficiency while keeping costs down by applying proven methods and expert support.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chevy Chase Village, Maryland
Founded
1983
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- OASIS+ UR contract extends through December 2034 with five-year option.
- Established relationships with DoD, NASA, DoS, and DoE agencies.
- Government-wide acquisition vehicle expands addressable market beyond traditional contracting.
What critics are saying
- Loss of small business status eliminates 54151HACS cybersecurity SIN flexibility.
- Lacks visible AI/ML expertise as federal budgets shift toward emerging technologies.
- Leadership succession risk with 43-year tenure creates client relationship vulnerability.
What makes Abacus Technology unique
- Holds three OASIS+ contract vehicles enabling worldwide federal service delivery.
- GSA Schedule access across IT, cybersecurity, management consulting, and engineering.
- Multi-award GWAC structure supports fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and time-and-materials engagements.
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