Telecommunications Design Engineer (TS)

Koniag Government Services • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Koniag Management Solutions, LLC (KMS), a Koniag Government Services (KGS) company, is hiring a Telecommunications Design Engineer. This role requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain additional security requirements. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package. The position summary highlights the need for a highly experienced Telecommunications Design Engineer to support enterprise data center and telecommunications infrastructure design, operations, and long-range modernization planning. This role demands a strong blend of hands-on Operations & Maintenance (O&M) work, detailed engineering documentation, and strategic architectural analysis. The ideal candidate will maintain and develop core infrastructure designs that comply with Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial best practices.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• 12+ years of experience analyzing, designing, and developing IT and telecommunications infrastructure using DoD and commercial standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Required DoD 8140 certifications (any one of): Network+, Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, CISSP, CCNP Security.
• Required technical certifications: Vendor/OEM network infrastructure certification, BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or equivalent design credential.

Nice To Haves

• BICSI RCDD (if not already required)
• BICSI senior design specialization or advanced pathways/cabling certifications
• CCNA
• CTS‑D (for AV/communications integration environments)
• Manufacturer design certifications (e.g., Cisco, HPE Aruba, CommScope, Corning)

Responsibilities

• Perform daily O&M activities including direct-touch maintenance, troubleshooting, configuration updates, and provisioning for telecommunications and data center systems.
• Analyze IT and telecommunications architectures to develop long‑range engineering strategies and modernization roadmaps.
• Create and maintain key engineering work products including: IT and telecommunications roadmaps, Engineering configurations and design packages, Rack elevations and physical infrastructure drawings, Bills of materials (BOMs), As-built documentation.
• Ensure all data center and telecommunications network designs adhere to DoD, commercial industry, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Design and support Layer 1 and Layer 2 infrastructure including copper and fiber cabling systems, patch panels, racks, cabinets, and switching hardware.
• Engineer and maintain systems supporting data centers, conference rooms, communications closets, pathways, and structured cabling plants.
• Oversee infrastructure power and environmental systems including UPS, ATS, battery systems, HVAC cooling, and related facility integrations.
• Manage logistics for site readiness, installation planning, staging, and implementation.
• Provide expert-level guidance on telecommunications standards, structured cabling, physical layer design, and best practices.
• Prepare detailed engineering diagrams, topology maps, and infrastructure documentation for technical and accreditation processes.

Benefits

• health, dental and vision insurance
• 401K with company matching
• flexible spending accounts
• paid holidays
• three weeks paid time off

What This Job Offers

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