Network and Audio Visual Cabling Support Specialist
About The Position
Link Solutions is seeking a Networking and Audio-Visual Cabling Support Specialist to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. This role plays a critical part in installing and maintaining data and audiovisual (AV) communications at the Army Research Laboratory. The specialist will be responsible for installing and maintaining cabling and AV systems, as well as supporting enterprise network architecture, including layer 2/3 switching, routing protocols, and network security standards. This position offers significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth while supporting critical missions and operations.
Requirements
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance.
- Five (5+) years of relevant experience working in an IT enterprise network or AV cabling infrastructure OR an Associate's degree (equivalent or higher) in computer science or information technology with two (2+) years of experience.
- IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and floor plans.
- Knowledge of network management and monitoring software tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Familiarity with copper and fiber cabling standards, color codes, and cable testing procedures.
- Experience supporting audiovisual systems (projectors, video conferencing, display setups).
Nice To Haves
- BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International) or equivalent certification.
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v4 certification
- Experience with incident management within the ServiceNow Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) platform.
- Understanding of network communications in multi-protocol environments.
- Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures.
- Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
- A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
- Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and respond to hardware and software issues within the technical control facility.
- Install, terminate, label, and test network and AV cabling, including fiber optic, Cat5e, and Cat6A cables.
- Assist with the installation of terminals, audiovisual equipment, and associated hardware.
- Conduct physical layer troubleshooting for connectivity issues and signal degradation.
- Maintain cable management practices to ensure neat, organized, and secure cable runs.
- Document cabling infrastructure changes, updates, and network maps.
- Use tools for signal testing, certification, and fault detection.
- Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal network and AV performance.
- Support server/network hardware installation as needed.
- Ensure compliance with BICSI, DoD, and ARL standards for physical layer infrastructure and security.
Benefits
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- medical
- dental
- vision
- company-paid long and short-term disability
- life insurance
- referral bonuses
- relocation incentive program
- certification reimbursement program
- retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
