Installer/Switch Technician with Security Clearance

Install, configure, repair and maintain telecommunications equipment including personal computer communications apparatus, data communications equipment, telephone system equipment and new telephones.

• Perform telephone switch programming, maintenance and system diagnostics; troubleshoot switch-related outages; determine system load and perform preventive maintenance and expansion of the telecommunications network.

• Perform routine telephone moves, changes, installations and repairs.

• Follow proper instructions when installing, maintaining and repairing telephones, circuits and related equipment in response to scheduled projects.

• Program telecommunication switches to accommodate new services and changes; perform system moves and changes internally or via remote access. Basic Qualifications:

• Experience with implementation of the following infrastructure networks:
o Sponsor's classified LAN infrastructure (including scripting, configuration, cutover and troubleshooting)
o Sponsor's unclassified LAN infrastructure (including scripting, configuration, cutover and troubleshooting)

• Experience installing and troubleshooting telephone instruments and media gateways on the Sponsors classified and unclassified networks.

• Some experience with implementation on the Sponsor's new unclassified network LAN infrastructure.

• Experience reading and understanding cable run lists.

• Experience in a variety of cabling areas including 110 type cross connections, RJ45 patch panels, wire wrap terminals, copper cable terminations, DSX Panel T-1 cabling, fiber terminations.

• Excellent knowledge of various cabling methodologies, industry standards and troubleshooting techniques.

• Ability to work with engineering personnel to assist them with any technical issues encountered.

• Strong communication skills due to variety of groups to be working with, such as co-workers, management, and customers; must be able to exchange accurate information.

• Self-motivated, organized, with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to embrace diverse technical disciplines and excellent customer service skills

• Ability to adapt to quickly changing tasks and requirements and the ability to quickly learn new skills while on the job

• Attention to detail, leadership, and collaborative and independent work process

• Demonstrated problem solving and technical skills to resolve critical IT issues.

• Must be a self-starter, work independently, and work with a clear and defined mission.

• Must demonstrate ability to thrive and succeed in a challenging environment.