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Scientific Research Corporation
Network Infrastructure Engineer
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What they do
A Network Engineer or Architect designs and builds computer network systems, including software and hardware. Runs program and system tests, solves technical problems and maintains the network system. Designs and analyzes computer network models.
$126,336 / year median in South Carolina
-18% projected decline
Job Description
Job Requirements North Charleston, SC Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Description Upgrading Wide Area Network (WAN) equipment and fiber infrastructure at remote locations CONUS an OCONUS Designing and implementing cable infrastructure for data centers and outside plant fiber Working with network engineers to establish layer 1-3 connectivity Performing installation of routers, switches, encryptors and patch panels in racks Performing inside plant fiber installation: data center fiber installation, telecom room to telecom room fiber installation Performing outside plant fiber installation: building to building fiber installation through manholes and handholes Working with node site coordinator to extend WAN circuits to routers Coordinating with remote site POC's to plan, design, and schedule equipment and infrastructure installation Coordinating with remote COMSEC custodians to ensure the correct Keymat is ordered ahead of installation, working with local COMSEC custodians to send out appropriate COMSEC device to site Creating cable diagrams before and update after installation is complete #LI-TF1 Requirements CCNA or CompTIA Network+ Information Technology background Knowledgeable in network WAN/LAN with experience in troubleshooting layer 1 connectivity issues Six plus years of experience in the following areas: Working with copper cable infrastructure (CAT5E, CAT6, CAT6A) Working with Single Mode and Multimode fiber (OS2, OM1, OM3, OM4) Troubleshooting Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity issues Installing fiber optic transceivers (SFP, QSFP, media converters) Knowledge of outside plant (OSP) fiber installation and safety, including OSHA safety standards and confined space training Understanding of Data Center Infrastructure, including hot aisle/cold aisle environments, cable ladders, rack installation, and cable managementKnowledge of fiber and copper test equipment, such as Visual Fault Locator (VFL), Fiber Optic Power Meters, CAT5E/CAT6 testers, OTDR, and T-BERD Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visual Basic) Must be able to lift, move, carry 50 pounds Must be willing to relocate to Charleston, South Carolina Desired Skills Six plus years of experience in the following areas: Installing routers, cryptographic devices, circuit activations, and fiber infrastructure Performing fusion splicing, including splice-on connectors, loose tube, ribbon fiber, and splice tray organization Working with DISA Telecommunications Service Orders (TSO) Prior military service or experience contracting with a government agency Troubleshooting network issues in a WAN environment working with Network Engineers to determine if it's physical (layer 1) or logical issue (layer 2-3) Troubleshooting cryptographic devices, i.e. correct keymat, IP address, SA tunnels and route information Clearance Information