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• 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 • CCNA or CompTIA Network+ • Secret clearance required to start • 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 management Knowledge 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 • 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 SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL. • 75% Travel, able to travel for up to a month at a time, usually, one to two weeks • Able to obtain US Passport (company pays) • Driver’s license required • Willing to drive overseas to include (Left side of the road I.E. England, Japan etc.) • No Company travel credit card, company Reimbursement travel Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients. SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact jobs@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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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
CCNA or CompTIA Network+
Secret clearance required to start
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 management
Knowledge 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

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