Cable Technician - Secret

Cable Technician

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full‑time onsite.

• Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Perform tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
• Install, maintain, and repair voice and data communications systems.
• Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Test, locate, install, and repair cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and perform routine maintenance.
• Verify work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
• Verify service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
• Use network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs, and fiber power meters.
• Document network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
• Maintain network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network backup procedures; updating documentation.
• Identify, track, and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
• Dress, terminate, and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
• Follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks, and testing required during installation.
• Participate in special projects as required.

• Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience required. An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• BICSI certification required.
• Familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
• Effective communication skills at all organizational levels; robust customer support skills in a high‑visibility environment.
• In‑depth knowledge of TDM networks.
• Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
• Team‑oriented; excellent supervisor and colleague communication.
• Computer literate with basic networking skills.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $34.74 - $47.00. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other leave options.
• Health, dental, vision plans and disability coverage.
• Career development tools and internal mobility support.

Work Location:

USA, VA, Arlington (Pentagon).

Hours:

40 per week.

Travel Required:

25-50%. Telecommuting:
Onsite. Weekly

Hours:

40. Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans