Field Service Engineer (TESA) - AFRICOM - Stuttgart, GE (Secret - Able to obtain TS/SCI)

Job Qualifications

Network Configurations, Reconfigurations, Technical Knowledge

Job Details

• Type of Requisition: Regular
• Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret
• Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain: Top Secret/SCI
• Public Trust/Other Required: None
• Job Family: Field Service and Support
• Certifications: None
• Experience: 9+ years of related experience
• US Citizenship Required: Yes
• Job Description: GDIT has an exciting opportunity available for a Field Service Engineer, in Support of AFRICOM in Stuttgart Germany. Successful candidates will need to have a current and active Secret Clearance, and be able to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Site Survey to prepare for network upgrades and to produce distinctive work packages for implementation actions.
• Site survey undertakings to provide engineering and supporting documentation.
• Testing of network hardware at different locations throughout Europe.
• Prepare floor space diagrams, rack equipment diagrams, connectivity tables, and installation checklists.
• Plan, deploy, install, test, troubleshoot and repair standard network infrastructure systems.
• Installation and/or removal of equipment into a rack or cabinet, cable ladder and patch panels.
• Installation of network devices and the interface cables to facilitate required interconnectivity.
• Engineer new designs to resolve cabinet management and network device issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair network connectivity on numerous devices, to include routers and switches in a telecommunications room.
• Experience with Telecommunication Room Remediation, Network Migration, LCR Life Cycle Replacement, and Help Desk Remedy.
• Interconnection of various networking devices via Fiber and CAT6 cabling.
• Organizing Network rooms and working with customer to upgrade network equipment throughout Europe.
• Maintains smooth operation of local area, worldwide, and virtual private networks (VPN).
• Plans, evaluates, designs, and coordinates installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
• Test source to destination and identify and resolve all issues.
• Repair or replace cables if they are damaged, show wear, fail testing, or do not meet current standards.
• Replace damaged faceplates and outlets on the user side.
• Replace faulty circuit breakers.
• Cable management, verify all labels and update/generate documentation.
• Maintain technical expertise in networks and computer hardware/software interconnection and interfacing; propose solutions to management to meet communications requirements and optimize cost.
• Prepare or ensure appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis for short- and long-range planning; may coordinate third-party maintenance and design networks or portions of networks.
• Provide embedded support at customer location.
• Install and maintain network facilities, including hardware, software, and system data for small networks.
• Perform data or voice network configurations and configuration changes of various voice or data equipment.
• Interpret design plans provided by the customer.
• Provide escort to vendors or personnel to TRs or other Secure Areas.
• Travel is required to other European countries.
• Candidate is required to perform other additional duties in support of the Contract.
• Candidate is required to maintain IT Certification up-to-date.

What You'll Need To Be Successful

• Active US Passport.
• TESA Accreditation Requirements; a bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience, OR an associate’s degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR a major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR 11 years of recent specialized experience.
• Knowledgeable utilizing Microsoft applications such as Visio, Word, and Excel.
• Must be able to obtain Level 4 Badge.
• Must have a current and active Secret clearance and be able to obtain TS/SCI Clearance.
• Must have a Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570) certification.
• Desired Qualifications: Cisco LAN/WLAN Vendor Knowledge, Cisco certifications.

Additional Details

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: 25-50%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite
• Work Location: DEU Stuttgart - Kelley Barracks (APC172)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans