Infrastructure Technician

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of mid-level and junior telecommunications/electronics technicians to ensure project requirements are successfully executed.
• Provides telecommunications enhancement designs for medium and large-scale telecommunication infrastructures.
• Provides consultation in the organizing of telecommunications installations on-site.
• Lead Survey and Design efforts for LAN and WLAN modernization efforts specifically focused on the telecommunications infrastructure.
• Installation of network routers, switches, wireless controllers, and access points.
• Design and optimize physical network topology between nodes and the network with the use of wires, cables, etc.
• Will assess the L1 physical network connectivity and available pathways to outlying buildings.
• Bond and ground or ensure proper bonding and grounding of network infrastructure.
• Test fiber and/or copper telecommunications and power equipment/systems following standard test procedures.
• Ensure Cybersecurity requirements are met for all installed components.
• Lead development of Implementation Plans and other documentation as required by the PWS.
• Lead development of a List of Installation Materials necessary to complete the installation.
• Install life safety materials in all penetrations (new or reutilized) in each location CMR/SEA, rack and equipment grounding and fire stop systems.
• Neatly secure existing cables only when necessary to properly install new cable and equipment.
• Complete core drills as required for cable installation.
• Assist electronics engineers with physical installation of switches and install new fiber optic patch cables.
• Create list of materials and list of install tasks for government turn in.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain a US passport.
• Must have 10 years of relevant experience.
• Must have 2 years of telecommunications /electronics vocational training or a professional certification from an ABET accredited technical school or equivalent military school.
  • A substitution for training may be applied with 15 years of experience.
• Active BICSI Technician (TECH) Certification.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft Word.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One of the following IAT Level II certifications:
  • CCNA-Security
  • CySA+
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • Security+ CE (Preferred)
  • CND
  • SSCP

Overview

We are seeking an Infrastructure Technician - Lead to join our travel team in the United States.

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Remote/Travel
• Type of environment: Remote
• Noise level: Low to Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 60-75%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.

The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• US Citizenship
• Active Secret clearance

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00.  The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [email protected] for assistance.