Cable Technician - Top Secret Job at General Dynamics Information Technology, Arlington, VA

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  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

How a Cable Technician will make an impact:
  • The Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by JSP. 
  • Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
  • Responsible for tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems.
  • Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  • Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
  • Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
  • Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
  • Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
  • Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
  • Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
  • Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
  • Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
  • Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
  • Participates in special projects as required.

What you’ll need to succeed (Required):
  • Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience required.  An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • In-depth knowledge of TDM networks.
  • Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
  • Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

GDIT is your place:
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience

3 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

25-50%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work,

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