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# IT Specialist 3/Network Technician 5

- **Company:** Telos Corporation
- **Location:** Frederick, MD, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Administration, Web Applications, Wireless Networks, Bicsi, Information Technology, Network Support, Network Server
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9060650/it-specialist-3network-technician-5

## About the Role

* An ability to gain a DoD Secret Clearance or Public Trust clearance is required.
 * High School plus specialized training, and 8+ yrs of experience; or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or experience.
 * Candidate must be DoD 8570 IAT Level I or Level II compliant. Additional network relevant certifications are a plus (ie. CCNA, CWNP, etc…)
 * Experience in general networking and network administration, upgrade and operations.
 * Good technical writing skills with established experience producing reports using the Microsoft Office Suite including Visio. Knowledge of elementary design to the concept level.
 * An understanding of telecommunication room (TR), CAT 6, crimps, and wiring standards. Having a BICSI certification is a plus.

**Licensed and able to drive a vehicle
**Ability to climb a 10ft ladder and lift at least 40lbs**

## Description

* Identifies, gathers and reviews requirements collection supporting the design and implementation of Wired/wireless LANs.
 * Performs site surveys to design the network and identify the device placement and materials required to implement and configure wired/wireless LANs.
 * Ensures the operation and maintenance of the information technology and network infrastructure systems
 * Responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and reliable operation of computer systems, servers, and networks. Contributes to the overall performance, security, and availability of the program's Information Technology (IT) environment
 * Performs test and evaluation of wired and wireless networks to confirm performance and security in accordance with established thresholds.
 * Diagnoses and resolves network-related issues, installs network hardware, implements network configurations, and provides technical support to end-users
 * Configures, implements and operates IT and network applications to manage and perform network management and orchestration functions in production, lab, staging and test environments
 * Manages and assigns relevant Internet Protocol (IP) space in coordination with other systems across the customer enterprise
 * Meets with the customer regularly to report on the status of the orchestration implementation and overall network health
 * Ensures the direct down trace configuration, troubleshooting and touch labor, and providing input for other local IT personnel assisting with network maintenance
 * Collaborates with assigned technical team to implement base configuration files for any changes that need to be made to new devices
 * Develops, maintains, and updates technical documentation such as enterprise architecture, application/system design, and network architecture and design
 * Experience with Aruba networking equipment is a plus
 * Position will support 24/7 operations and will require shift and weekend work


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