Cable Technician - Level 1

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients.
We are looking for a talented and passionate Level 1 Cable Technician who would support one of our clients located in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.
CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
Job Description: Provides the provisioning, installation, design, termination, testing, documentation, operations, and maintenance of all types of IT cabling.
This service includes both fiber optic cable and copper cable from single-strand/pair to large bulk cables that are used in the infrastructure backbone, underground, outdoor, and horizontal cabling to the desktop or equipment racks.
Lead a team in running cables for building or racking of equipment or other cabling services Able to create cable run lists and cable schematics to effectively connect the services Install cabling from transport/wiring closets to the customer access outlet Install cabling both under floor and above the ceiling in cable trays, troughs, wiring baskets, harnesses, and J hooks Assist in the design of cable transmission media, machine rooms, transport closets, and pointsof-presence Field terminate cabling utilizing multiple types of connectors technical techniques Install backbone/vertical, underground, and outdoor cabling Field test cabling for performance specifications Provide cable labeling and configuration documentation Perform cable management Successfully terminate various types of fiber optic connectors Successfully interpret drawings, plans, and specifications Properly test and troubleshoot copper installations Discuss media selection and implications for implementation on the network Make recommendations based on applicable codes, standards, and best practices Interpret the job plan and scope of work as well as perform retrofits and upgrades for existing infrastructure Qualifications: Shall have a minimum of five (5) years technical experience in IT cable installation and termination.
Provide team leadership, engineering, and design knowledge to meet technical specifications.
In-Depth knowledge of termination equipment, methodologies and splicing techniques.
Areas of knowledge must also include: physical ability to lift 50 pounds, cable termination, testing, cable rack preparation, layout and installation, and documentation.
A valid BICSI Installer 2, Copper or Installer 2, Optical Fiber certification is required.
Three additional years of experience may be substituted for certification.
Required Clearance: Candidate must have a TS/SCI polygraph clearance STRATUM NETWORKS OVERVIEW: Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company with expert knowledge of implementing secure infrastructure, providing security integration, development, assessment and training solutions.
Our high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients create robust, secure network infrastructure, policies, and procedures for local and global, terrestrial and satellite Networks.
As leading experts in their fields, our certified and highly experienced network, software development, IT support and security professionals are able to provide the necessary design, implementation, and consulting services to meet the demanding requirements of mission-critical networks.
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Stratum Networks, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, who participates in E-Verify.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.