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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Telecommunications Services Officer - **Company:** Us Central Intelligence Agency - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $75,332.0 - $153,086.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Computer Networks, Information Technology - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1024526fe67b4e51 ## About the Role Do you have experience in IT department experience?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK. * You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable. * You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible). * You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area. * You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation., Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. * Excellent communications skills * Ability to climb ladders, stoop, bend and reach for extended periods of time * On occasions, the ability to lift heavy materials with assistance * Ability to work independently and closely with other professionals * Dynamic and flexible professional approach * Strong desire to learn * Accountability for actions * Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications * Ability to apply project management and systems engineering principles to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close out the work of a team to meet mission goals. * Desired certifications include: + A+ + Network+ + Security+ + CCNA + CCENT + Microsoft Certified Professional, * Bachelor's degree preferably in a STEM discipline to include: + Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology + Computer Network Systems + Computer Science + Information Technology + Or, equivalent relevant civilian or military work experience (minimum of four years documented experience) in the management and/or delivery of IT services in an enterprise environment * At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale, Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution., Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education., Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type * National security Financial disclosure required Yes Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. ## Description Telecommunications Services Officers act as the on-site point of accountability for Information Technology in CIA communications centers overseas., As a Telecommunications Services Officer for CIA, you will act as the on-site point of accountability for Information Technology (IT) in CIA communications centers overseas. You will operate, maintain, install and manage complex LAN and WAN platforms and provide associated IT close support to a diverse and sophisticated customer base charged with advancing national security objectives overseas. Telecommunications Services Officers are also responsible for conventional and tactical voice communication systems, RF communication capabilities (including satellite), and will play a supporting role in the operation and maintenance of emergency power generators and heating/air conditioning systems (HVAC)., Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Distributed search under the hood](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/256-distributed-search-under-the-hood) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Prompt Engineering Your Career: AI Agents for Tech Interview Prep](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100227-prompt-engineering-your-career-ai-agents-for-tech-interview-prep) - [Trends, Challenges and Best Practices for AI at the Edge](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/630-trends-challenges-and-best-practices-for-ai-at-the-edge) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)