Communications Technician-TS/SCI required-Lor Job in Lorton, Virginia US

Communications Technician-TS/SCI required-Lor

Job Description Job Title: Communications Technician-TS/SCI required-Lorton, VA Requisition ID: 120024O Job Category: Network Specialist 4 Primary Location: USA-VA: VIRGINIA-LORTON Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Regular Employee Status: Regular Job Posting: 2012-Feb-08 Description CSC seeks a communications technician to support a Federal customer in Lorton, VA. A TS/SCI clearance is required. Duties: Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and trains primary users on communication equipment and protocols; manages project and equipment deployment and operational status of communication and e-mail systems; oversees system usage records and shares information with Sponsor; de-conflicts, sustains, and installs communication equipment through automated software updates and hardware updates; maintains software and hardware in networked, peer-to-peer, and stand-alone systems to order to comply with manufacturer's recommendations; integrates end-user input into the development, testing and evaluation processes; participates in user meetings, working groups, and other meetings; identifies technical gaps in special communications and recommends ways to secure known vulnerabilities; performs communication security and spectrum management; participates in the CI and HUMINT operations cycles; travels on temporary duty (TDY) to CONUS and OCONUS locations. Essential Job Functions Performs highly complex installations, updates, and maintenance of new and existing telecommunication systems and networks ensuring appropriate interfaces. Troubleshoots, identifies, repairs and/or replaces faulty communication system components. Troubleshoots communication system applications and software; identifies and corrects malfunctions and/or other operational problems. Develops network communication policies and procedures to maintain the integrity of network operations and interfaces. Designs telecommunication networks/systems, data communications, and database management and interfaces. Oversees complex terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading, monitoring, testing and servicing in order to meet customer requirements. Monitors network interface and traffic statuses to provide early detection and isolation of issues. Performs special checks to ensure proper operation and security. Performs special preventive and corrective maintenance on various types of network communications equipment. Oversees the load configuration of central data communication processors;recommends purchases or upgrades of networks communications equipment. Approves action requests and specifies purchase requirement. Places orders and maintains relationships with vendors. Qualifications Basic Qualifications High school diploma or G.E.D. Nine or more years of experience in network communications Experience working with network systems and networking principles and practices Experience working with networking software and hardware Experience working with security systems and implementation procedures Possess Department of Defense (DoD) security access of ADP I, ADP II, or ADP III Possess Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance - TS/SCI required Pass background checks such as NAC, NACLC, and/or SSBI Other Qualifications Strong analytical and problem solving skills Strong interpersonal skills to interact with clients and team members Good organization skills to balance and prioritize work Coordination skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Remote Work Authorized: No Relocation Assistence: Not Available Clearance Level: TS/SCI