Networking and Audio Visual Cable Support Specialist

Link Solutions, Inc.•Adelphi, MD

2d•$54,000 - $91,000•Onsite

About The Position

Link Solutions is seeking a Networking and Audio-Visual Cabling Support Specialist to join our team at Adelphi, MD. This role is non-remote and requires a U.S. Citizen with an active DoW Secret Clearance. The specialist will play a critical role in installing and maintaining data and audiovisual (AV) communications, including cabling and AV systems, enterprise network architecture, Layer 2/3 switching, routing protocols, and network security standards at the Army Research Laboratory. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and professional growth while supporting critical missions and operations within a dedicated team at an industry-leading organization.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen with an active DoW Secret Clearance.
BA/BS Degree or an AA in computer science or information technology with two (2+) additional 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 plan and implement large-scale network configurations and upgrades while minimizing downtime.
Familiarity with copper and fiber cabling standards, color codes, and cable testing procedures.
Experience supporting audiovisual systems (projectors, video conferencing, display setups).
Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and floor plans.
Knowledge of network management and monitoring software tools.
Understanding of network communications in multi-protocol environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Nice To Haves

Five (5+) years of relevant experience working in an IT enterprise network or AV cabling infrastructure.
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v4 certification
Experience with incident management within the ServiceNow Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) platform.
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.