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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Telecommunications Specialist - **Company:** SWIFT - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $60,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Communications Protocols, Monitoring of Systems, HP OpenView, Network Routers, Computer Network Operations, Data Analytics, Splunk, Network Server - **Published:** May 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8945288/telecommunications-specialist ## About the Role * 6+ years of relevant professional experience in telecommunications, communications systems, or a related field * Bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, or IT-related field; equivalent relevant experience may be substituted * Experience providing technical support on a rotational or extended basis across multiple areas of the telecommunications spectrum * Knowledge of operations, technical, and security requirements for a 24/7 Crisis Communications Facility * Familiarity with communications hardware and software including switches, routers, servers, STE, IDNX, leased line, cryptographic, and UHF radio equipment * Experience with tactical communications equipment including ICOM, Motorola, Harris platforms; ability to program and install tactical radio systems * Direct experience with Customer systems including BASIS, GENESIS, approval memos, and message preparation * Solid understanding of current installation procedures (CIP) and ability to field-train personnel * Ability to maintain integrity of multiple high-speed data links * Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences * Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously during emergency or high-tempo situations * Working knowledge of procurement processes and coordination with logistics teams * Knowledge of policies and regulations related to the completion of assigned work * Ability to excel independently and as part of a team in dynamic, fast-paced environments * US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required Desired Experience: * Systems Operations Center (SOC) / Network Operations Center (NOC) experience * Functional experience with network and data analytics tools such as SPLUNK, Riverbed, StealthWatch, Network Node Manager, and HP OpenView * Data science technology, strategies, methods, and applications * Incident and event management experience * Knowledge of RF concepts and signal propagation * Familiarity with Customer's communications protocols and Customer-specific procedures * Experience deploying to Customer or DoD field environments * Experience supporting executive-level Staff Officers and VIP communications requirements * Rotational schedule experience ## Description * Operations (OPS) Track: Day shift position with a typical schedule of 5PM-5AM (3 on/4 off, 4 on/3 off) supporting a 24/7 Crisis Communications Operations Center * Tactical/Field (TCS) Track: Standard schedule with OCONUS TDY up to 50% (including hazardous areas as required) and CONUS TDY up to 10% * Provide satellite voice/data, landline, telephone, secure and non-secure voice troubleshooting and technical support to the Customer and various government agencies. * Operate, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot communications equipment including routers, switches, servers, leased lines, cryptographic systems, UHF radio equipment, and tactical radio platforms (ICOM/Motorola/Harris). * Support a 24/7 Operations Center environment with a focus on incident and event management, crisis communications, and situational awareness. * Maintain integrity of multiple high-speed data links and globally deployed communications systems. * Develop and maintain network and system monitoring tools; use data analytics and data science tools to innovate best practices for predictive monitoring. * Provide senior-level project management, administrative, and engineering support for Customer communications-based projects. * Plan, design, install, program, test, and field-train personnel on tactical radio systems and associated equipment. * Conduct site surveys and explain technical procedures and results clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Maintain familiarity with and apply current installation procedures (CIP), Customer-specific systems (BASIS, GENESIS), and approval and message preparation requirements. * Manage project procurement processes; coordinate with Procurement and Logistics teams on purchasing, documentation, and delivery. * On occasion, provide VIP communications support to senior government officials and executive-level Staff Officers. * Adhere to security, safety, counter-intelligence, and applicable communications policies and procedures. * Perform extended TDYs in field environments, including dangerous or hostile areas as mission requirements dictate. * Support field installations, modifications, upgrades, and Tier 1/Tier 2 troubleshooting of equipment and systems. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)