Telecom Specialist

Install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain secure and unclassified voice, video, mobile, satellite, and data communication systems. Deploy, relocate, and establish telecommunications equipment to support government operations across multiple locations. Operate and support secure and non-secure telephone, cellular, satellite, and facsimile communications. Support government emergency communications services, including Wireless Priority Service (WPS), Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS), and Telecommunications Service Priority (TSP). Establish and maintain classified and unclassified networks, email, document-scanning capabilities, and video teleconferencing systems. Configure and maintain redundant communications infrastructure, backup power solutions, and physically diverse communication paths. Troubleshoot communication outages and restore connectivity using alternate telecommunications services and backup systems. Handle and safeguard classified communications equipment, controlled cryptographic items, and sensitive government information. Utilize approved encryption technologies and Communications Security (COMSEC) keying material to protect classified voice, data, cellular, satellite, and video communications. Ensure interoperability between authorized government, military, and interagency communications systems. Support emergency communications deployments and mission-critical operations requiring rapid response. Work flexible schedules, including shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays, as operational requirements dictate.

Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI will definitely work, candidates with only Top Secret we will have to check with Security) Rate: $40 an hour W2 12 month contract

Top Skills

Active Security+ certification Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility 4+ years of telecommunications/networking experience - Preferably supporting DoD, DHS, military, or federal environments. Secure Communications Experience - Hands-on experience with classified networks, encrypted communications, COMSEC, or secure voice/data systems. Telecommunications Equipment & Troubleshooting - Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting voice, video, satellite, and network communications equipment. Extensive Travel Flexibility - Willingness to travel CONUS/OCONUS, including weekends, holidays, and overtime. Strongly Preferred: SATCOM, WPS, GETS, TSP, redundant communications systems, and government emergency communications experience., Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility. Active CompTIA Security+ certification Minimum 4 years of telecommunications, networking, or communications systems experience, preferably supporting federal government, military, or mission-critical environments. Hands-on experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining telecommunications equipment and network infrastructure. Experience supporting secure communications equipment, encrypted communications, or classified network environments. Knowledge of redundant communication systems, backup connectivity, and network restoration procedures. Experience with voice, video, mobile, satellite, and data communications technologies. Understanding of network troubleshooting, connectivity, and communications infrastructure. Ability to travel extensively throughout the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). Willingness to work irregular shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Strong communication, troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills. High level of professionalism and ability to operate in sensitive government environments.