Traveling Network Technician

This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required
Job Description
Responsibilities

• This technician will support a large federal agency's Network Infrastructure through survey, design, and deployment of structured networks and will be responsible for the upkeep of the security posture of the environment
• This is accomplished through projects such as new installations, life cycle replacement projects, Cable Plant and wireless installations that are compliant with commercial, TEMPEST, and NIST standards
• Lead network survey, design and installations under direction of the government
• analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks.
• Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
• Knowledge of DISA network topologies and standards
• Topology and rack elevations using Visio
• Create detailed Site Survey reports detailing a site's current infrastructure, NIST and TEMPEST compliance, along with design recommendations
• Configure, install, test, certify, and troubleshoot network infrastructure cabling
• Ensure Network cabling infrastructure is compliant with current NIST and TEMPEST Standards
• Build and install equipment racks
• Install, dress, label, and terminate Cat6 and Fiber cable in telecommunications rooms
• Test and troubleshoot network infrastructure issues on SIPR and NIPR networks
• Create accurate reports and documentation to design/certify network infrastructure
• Track, manage, and ensure project tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Develop Bills of Material (BOM) for network plant design requirements
• Plan and perform preventive maintenance and scheduled upgrades (Life-cycle replacements)
• Investigate physical faults in the network
• Report network infrastructure deployment status to key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Secret security clearance
• (ship required)
• Security + Certification

Additional Requirements:

• Organizes and directs network installations on site surveys.
• Assesses and documents current site network configuration and user requirements.
• Designs and optimizes network topologies.
• Directs and leads preparation of engineering plans and site installation Technical Design Packages.
• Develops installation schedules.
• Mobilizes network installation team.
• Directs and leads preparation of drawings documenting configuration changes at each site.
• Prepares site installation and test reports.
• Coordinates post installation operations and maintenance support.

Skills
Network engineering, Router, Firewall, Troubleshooting, Infrastructure, Ccna
Top Skills Details
Network engineering,Router,Firewall,Troubleshooting,Infrastructure,Ccna
Additional Skills & Qualifications
In addition to standard installer skillsets, candidates should possess the following:
Cable installation and termination (fiber and copper)
Rack and stack of network equipment
Basic troubleshooting and testing of network connections
Ability to read and follow network diagrams and installation plans
Familiarity with structured cabling standards and labeling
Candidates with networking certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA, Aruba, Versa) will be preferred.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fort Meade, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Meade,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2026.
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We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.