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Amentum Network Support Technician in Washington, District Of Columbia
Amentum is seeking a Network Support Technician to join our team and support our Washington, DC customer. We are looking for team members who are passionate about making a difference by working on critical efforts we manage as a premier government contractor.
We are pipelining candidates for a future role.
You enjoy providing network support while multitasking in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. One of your strong points is your eagerness to learn and are proactive in asking questions when you need more information to ensure our customer’s needs are met. As a team player, you thrive in helping your colleagues and look forward to supporting our customers professionally.
Responsibilities:
Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure
Responsible for tasks assigned by project managers in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure
Install, maintain and repair voice and data communications systems
Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics
Test, locate, install, and repair cabling infrastructure to include cables and components associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance
Verify work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information
Verify service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems
Document network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications
Maintain network by troubleshooting and repair outages; testing network back-up procedures; update documentation
Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned
Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards
Here at Amentum, we are purpose-driven with a fierce commitment to deliver on our promises. We create trailblazing solutions, have unwavering integrity, and embrace inclusion and collaboration. Our team is excited to help customers solve today’s and tomorrow’s problems, giving confidence and reassurance that together we’ll accomplish mission success.
Minimum Requirements:
PhD in a related field
Or Master’s degree in a related field, and at least 2 years of network support experience
Or a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and at least 4 years of network support experience
Or an Associate’s degree in a related field, and at least 6 years of network support experience
Or a high school diploma/GED, at least 8 years of network support experience
Possess one of the following certifications (higher levels of the listed certifications also qualify, such as a CCNP certification instead of a CCNA):
DoD 8570 IAT II certification (which includes either a Security+, CCNA-Security, CySa+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, and/or SSCP certification)
DoD 8570 IAM II certification (which includes either a CAP, CASP+CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO, and/or HCISPP certification)
In-depth knowledge of Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) networks
Well-versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDRs), and fiber power meters.
Able and willing to perform physical activities, such as climbing, bending, and other day-to-day activities using power tools and ladders
Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance with SCI eligibility, and the ability to obtain a polygraph prior to your start. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environment
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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