IT Specialist​/Network Technician

Job Title

IT Specialist 3 / Network Technician 5

This position will be based in the greater Frederick, MD area (Western MD region).

• Identify, gather and review requirements for the design and implementation of wired / wireless LANs.
• Perform site surveys to design the network and identify device placement and materials required for implementation and configuration of wired / wireless LANs.
• Ensure operation and maintenance of the information technology and network infrastructure systems.
• Install, configure, maintain, and reliably operate computer systems, servers, and networks, contributing to overall performance, security, and availability of the IT environment.
• Test and evaluate wired and wireless networks to confirm performance and security per established thresholds.
• Diagnose and resolve network‑related issues, install network hardware, implement network configurations, and provide technical support to end‑users.
• Configure, implement, and operate IT and network applications to manage and perform network management and orchestration functions in production, lab, staging, and test environments.
• Manage and assign relevant IP space in coordination with other systems across the customer enterprise.
• Meet with the customer regularly to report on the status of the orchestration implementation and overall network health.
• Ensure direct down‑trace configuration, troubleshooting, and touch labor, providing input to other local IT personnel assisting with network maintenance.
• Collaborate with assigned technical team to implement base configuration files for device changes.
• Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation such as enterprise architecture, application/system design, and network architecture and design.
• Experience with Aruba networking equipment is a plus.
• Support 24/7 operations, requiring shift and weekend work.

• Ability to gain a DoD Secret Clearance or Public Trust clearance is required.
• High School diploma plus specialized training and 8+ years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education, professional training, and experience.
• Must be DoD 8570 IAT Level I or Level II compliant. Additional network‑relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CWNP) are a plus.
• Experience in general networking and network administration, upgrade and operations.
• Good technical writing skills with experience producing reports using Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio.
• Understanding of telecommunication rooms, CAT 6, crimps, and wiring standards. BICSI certification is a plus.

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

Generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k).

Telos Corporation participates in the E‑Verify program and requires US citizenship for eligibility to access sensitive information. A drug‑free workplace will be maintained, and drug testing will be conducted on all applicants who accept an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Telos Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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