Telecommunications Analyst - SME

General Dynamics Information Technology • Virginia Beach, VA

3d • $129,813 - $155,250 • Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Analyst to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of telecommunications and network infrastructure. The role requires expertise in fiber optic transport systems, network communications, and secure communications technologies, including hands-on experience identifying and resolving fiber optic faults and supporting network equipment in secure Department of Defense environments. The successful candidate will work independently and with multidisciplinary teams, applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The position supports government sites and remote locations, with occasional travel within and outside the continental United States. It is onsite in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and requires an active Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship. The stated likely salary range is $129,813–$155,250; actual compensation may vary based on experience, location, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent military or industry experience may be substituted.
• At least 10 years of experience supporting telecommunications and network systems.
• Experience using a Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzer or equivalent fiber optic test equipment to diagnose and resolve network faults.
• Working knowledge of fiber optic communications systems, routers and switches, TCP/IP networking fundamentals, Layer 2 and Layer 3 network concepts, inline network encryption devices, and telecommunications infrastructure and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10% to 25% of the time, including to CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting DoD or federal government telecommunications environments.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA, or Fiber Optic Association (FOA) certifications.
• Knowledge of network monitoring and management tools.
• Experience supporting secure voice, data, and transport systems.
• Strong attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work effectively in fast-paced, mission-critical environments; a team-oriented, customer-focused mindset; and demonstrated initiative and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of telecommunications and fiber optic infrastructure at government sites.
• Respond to telecommunications trouble tickets from remote customers.
• Use a Fiber Optic Spectrum Analyzer and related test equipment to identify, isolate, and resolve fiber optic faults, signal degradation, and performance issues.
• Analyze and interpret fiber optic test results and recommend corrective actions.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot routers, switches, and associated network infrastructure.
• Support and maintain inline network encryption devices and secure communications equipment.
• Perform network connectivity testing, performance monitoring, and fault isolation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, procedures, and reports.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on telecommunications projects and service requirements.
• Support onsite and remote locations, including occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, including some with Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental plan options.
• Vision plan.
• 401(k) plan with company match and pre-tax and post-tax contribution options.
• Flexible work weeks where possible.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance, provided or available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior