Principal Network Technician

• Perform advanced Fiber Characterization at a Cable Landing Station (CLS), utilizing OTDRs and Light Source Meters to verify subsea-to-backhaul integrity.
• Serve as "Virtual Hands" for the NOC during a complex hardware refresh, performing card-level swaps on Tier 1 routing equipment with zero downtime.
• Act as the Lead Trainer for a local site team, certifying them on SILTT’s specialized integration procedures and emergency recovery playbooks.
• Conduct a "Physical Layer Audit" of a commissioned site, identifying any deviations from the Technical Lead’s doctrine and correcting them on the spot.
• Troubleshoot a catastrophic fiber break or hardware failure, utilizing specialized diagnostic tools to provide a rapid, permanent fix.
• Lead the physical installation, mounting, and cabling of servers, storage, and networking equipment in a variety of environments (Modular, Colocation, and CLS).
• Execute and document comprehensive physical layer testing, including OTDR, CD/PMD (Chromatic/Polarization Mode Dispersion), and link-loss testing for long-haul and subsea fiber.
• Act as a Master Trainer, deploying to global sites to train local "Integrated Operations" staff on installation and repair standards.
• Support the Operational Launch phase of new facilities, acting as the primary working SME for physical site readiness and hardware verification.
• Maintain meticulous records of testing results, rack elevations, and cable schedules to ensure the "Institutional Brain" has accurate data for every site.

• 8+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, telecommunications, or high-consequence hardware integration.
• Mastery of Structured Cabling (Fiber/Copper), including fusion splicing, termination, and high-density cable management.
• Expert-level proficiency with Fiber Diagnostic Tools (OTDR, Optical Power Meters, Fiber Scopes).
• Proven experience leading and training small teams in a field or mission-critical environment.
• High school diploma or GED (Advanced military technical training in Communications/Electronic Maintenance highly preferred).

Demonstrates expertise in Fiber Characterization and Structured Cabling, with a strong focus on training and leading teams in high-consequence environments. Proficient in utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and conducting comprehensive physical layer testing to ensure optimal infrastructure performance.