Field/Base Communications Network Technician

Leidos•Bremerton, WA

About The Position

Leidos has an opening on its Service Management, Integration and Transport (SMIT) Contract for a Field/Base Network Technician. SMIT is the Navy’s largest IT services program. The team delivers the core backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity services, network operations, service desk, and data transport, supporting the Navy’s effort to unify shore-based networks and data management. The position requires fundamental knowledge of network communications, architecture, security controls, and configuration, along with working knowledge of network operations, fault diagnosis, repair, installation, configuration, cabling, passive infrastructure, troubleshooting, and project execution. The technician must be able to analyze and interpret policies and procedures and work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented, fast-paced, mission-focused environment. The role may involve local or overnight travel by car or air to assigned locations, including possible OCONUS travel. Physical requirements include lifting and carrying equipment, working in confined or noisy spaces, standing or sitting for extended periods, using hand tools and digital test equipment, and driving a corporate vehicle to work locations.

Requirements

Associate degree in a relevant field preferred, with at least 2 years of overall related experience; relevant experience may substitute for the degree, with 2 additional years potentially accepted at the hiring manager’s discretion.
DoD Secret Security Clearance and ability to upgrade to and maintain a TS Security Clearance.
DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II certification before onboarding: CompTIA Security+ CE, CDN, ISC2 SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, or CYSA+ (or another valid certification under DoD 8570.01-M Appendix 3).
Network vendor entry-level or higher certification, such as Cisco CCST or Cisco CCT.
Entry-level knowledge of configuring and maintaining switches, routers, wireless access points, firewalls, and network appliances.
Awareness of network protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, and routing protocols.
At least 1 year of experience troubleshooting complex routing and switching issues.
At least 1 year of experience configuring switches, routers, network appliances, and WAN acceleration devices.
Ability to be scheduled or called in to work off-hours and weekends to meet customer mission-support requirements.
Ability to travel 25%, including possible OCONUS travel.
Ability to work in a team environment to resolve technical issues in a dynamic setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working effectively with clients and team members.
Customer service experience.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds up to 100 feet and lift 25 pounds vertically using ladders.
Ability to work in confined spaces such as raised floors or communications closets, and in noisy environments such as data centers and operations centers.
Ability to stand or sit for 8 hours at a time.
Ability to use basic hand tools, including screwdrivers and wrenches, to rack-mount active and passive equipment using small screws and brackets.
Normal color vision to identify wire and cable colors; correctable vision to 20/20 or better; and depth perception to work safely on ladders and in confined spaces.
Ability to use and read digital test equipment such as OTDR.
Valid state driver’s license and ability to drive a corporate vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Top Secret Security Clearance.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in IT Management, Engineering, or a related field.
MPLS experience.
DevOps or CI/CD experience.
Scripting experience, such as Python.
Automation experience, such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
SDN/SD-WAN experience.
Associate- or professional-level vendor certifications.
ITIL certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform operations-focused BAN/LAN/WAN network operations, troubleshoot issues, schedule upgrades and cutovers, and coordinate with users and sites.
Provide COMSEC Alternate Local Element support, including maintaining COMSEC hardware/software assets and key inventories; loading keys into encryption devices; installing, configuring, troubleshooting, upgrading, and replacing equipment; and coordinating with the Primary Local Element and Government KOAMs while following prescribed procedures.
Document work activities using established tools and processes and maintain accurate site documentation.
Coordinate with the Field Base Network Lead and Network Operations Center (NOC) to support incident troubleshooting and service restoration.
Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and replace faulty hardware in accordance with SOPs, TTPs, work instructions, vendor guidance, and other documented procedures.
Support network configuration and asset management, manage configuration drift, and create or update network documentation to reflect the as-is or to-be environment.
Support cybersecurity requirements and implementation of security controls, including STIG compliance.
Coordinate network upgrades and planned maintenance with SMIT Program and customer stakeholders.
Recertify training annually, participate in training to maintain baseline skills and knowledge, and provide input to improve the Master Training Syllabus and minimum OJT requirements.
Complete assigned Government Directed Actions in a timely manner and report completion to the Field Base Network Lead.
Travel by car or air, locally or overnight, to assigned locations for operational activities such as break/fix work and COMSEC support.