Network Support Technician

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Network Support Technician to join our team at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, WA. This is an on-site position.

Help protect our national security while working on innovative projects.  You will be responsible for high-level analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation of complex network systems, including LAN, WAN, and internet segments to ensure mission critical stability.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Apply advanced systems analysis techniques and procedures to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications in collaboration with end-users and stakeholders

• Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems—such as Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and Internet systems—to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption

• Maintain, install, and troubleshoot complex fiber and copper network infrastructure, ensuring interconnectivity within a sensitive Data Center environment

• Perform Wi-Fi and RFID signal testing and comprehensive coverage surveys to evaluate and optimize network performance

• Work within an integrated team of government and contractor personnel to consult on and manage various complex infrastructure projects

• Install and patch fiber/copper panels across buildings, support operations with configuration and installation

• Provide wire run lists, fiber patch matrix, and certified copper and fiber test results

• Conduct signal degradation testing & labeling for all ISP end -to-end copper or fiber network cables

• Provide weekly reports detailing services provided, status of current tasks (in process or completed by project), and future planned tasks

• Update and manage assigned tasks in ticketing system

• Occasionally work non-standard hours to support mission-critical operations and be willing to travel within the U.S. up to 25%

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School or GED equivalent with 1+ year of experience in Data Center Management, Infrastructure Management, or Network Support

• 1+ years of demonstrated experience terminating, splicing, repairing, and testing Multimode and Singlemode fiber optics and media converters

• Experience testing and repairing CAT5E and CAT6 copper

• Experience in using splicers, Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR), and Fluke test equipment

• Experience installing Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP) fiber in building telecommunication closets

• Experience in administration of switches, servers, distros, and media converters

• Familiarity with building codes and procedures for installing copper and fiber in various locations such as overheads, raised floors, trailers, and temporary building sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in network infrastructure or related fields

• Proficiency in network infrastructure documentation

• Experience with redline drawings for buildings and manhole systems

• Ability to create, read, and update blueprints and CAD drawings

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work environments

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current and active Secret security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to: kneel, stoop, bend, climb ladders and lift materials up to 60 lbs

• Must be able to work in challenging environments with fall protection (e.g., all weather conditions, elevated platforms, tight spaces, under desks, or in confined spaces)

• Candidate must have the ability to accurately distinguish colors, hear, and accurately comprehend telephone conversations, radio traffic, and annunciated alarms