Cable Technician - Top Secret Job at General Dynamics Information Technology, Arlington, VA

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  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (DISA J6 ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon, the Mark Center and surrounding Government Buildings within the National Capital Region.Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite. Meaningful work and personal impact:

  • The Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by DISA J6. 
  • Responsible for tasks assigned by team lead in connection with move, add, change activities related to copper cabling infrastructure, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems.
  • Interprets cabling cutsheets, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  • Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
  • Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
  • Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
  • Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
  • Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
  • Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
  • Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
  • Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
  • Must follow DISA J6 and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
  • Participates in special projects as required.
What you’ll need to succeed (Required): Bring your Cable Technician expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cable Technician must have:
  • Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience required.  An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
  • Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
GDIT is your place.  At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do:
  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.
Own your opportunity: 
  • Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

3 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

BICSI Installer 1 (INST1) | Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) - Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI)

Travel Required

25-50%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work

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