Synaptek

Overview

TekSynap is seeking a Network Engineering Team Lead to join our Network Installation Team.

Brief description of program

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This is a “Road Warrior” position requiring TDY travel from one to ten (1-10) weeks duration to various Government sites worldwide (CONUS and OCONUS). Travel company paid and may be Government provided (i.e., MILAIR) in certain circumstances. Per Diem is paid at JTR rates.
• Works under general supervision developing the requirements of a project from inception to conclusion. This is a first-line supervisor position, but one where you work side-by-side with your team.
• Provides supervision, either physically on-site, or remotely to Network Engineers and Technicians.
• Develops required specifications for simple to moderately complex problems.
• Expertise with current and anticipated network equipment; COTS 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN and associated software and hardware equipment.
• Coordinates with TekSynap’s PM, and Government stakeholders (e.g., COTR, TM, PM, etc.) and user representatives to ensure accurate solutions and user satisfaction on technical matters.
• Planning, performing, and documenting assessments of network communications hardware for both the classified and unclassified DISN Services to ensure proper connectivity and operations.
• Preparing After Action Reports (AAR) and/or Trip Reports that document the approaches/actions taken, results, issues, recommendations and supporting rationale.
• Developing and/or implement system evaluations methods and procedures.
• Producing formal documentation of recommendations for executive briefings.
• Ensuring interoperability between WAN (NIPR and SIPR) and network equipment and services
• Planning and tracking for implementation tasks.
• Creating necessary supporting configuration artifacts such as network maps, detailed designs, test plans, operations readiness test reports, device configurations, and maintenance processes and procedures.
• On-site fabrication and/or repair of standard cabling for communications hardware interconnection to include copper, coaxial, multipair, and fiberoptic cables.
• Cable testing using common/standard TMDE.
• Installation and testing of intra- and inter-rack cabling according to DoD standards.
• Installation and testing of AC and DC power cables and connections according to DoD standards.
• Installation and adjustment of cable trays and/or protective conduits either overhead or underfloor.
• On-site fabrication, installation, and/or adjustment of cooling/ventilation attachments to ensure proper cooling of hardware.
• Provides unfailing awareness of safety including accident avoidance, safety risk recognition and mitigation, and proper responses to safety risks and incidents.
• Experience dealing with Uniformed Military and Government Civilian personnel of various ranks is essential.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum ten (15) years of progressive Information Technology (IT) experience including at least five (5) projects in the following technical areas (at least one project must have occurred within the past year):
• Support the installation, retrofit, upgrade of DoD Modernization of Enterprise Terminals (MET), Electronics Equipment Buildings (EEBs), and/or Restoral Terminals (RTs)
• Working with the SIPRNet, NIPRNet, DISN, LandWarNet, DREN and/or Digital Visual Information Systems / Video Teleconferencing / Audio – Visual Systems
• Tier II and III network communications hardware troubleshooting
• Installing, upgrading, and/or deinstallation/decommissioning of equipment racks, data cabling, conduits, and power cabling/connections.
• Experience in the following areas for the DoD or Federal Government Agencies:
• Network Systems (Fixed and Wireless)
• Intelligence Systems (Fixed and Wireless)
• Converged Systems (Fixed and Wireless)
• Satellite / Radio Systems
• Long Haul Communications
• Power (AC/DC)
• Proven small team leadership ability, experience, and success
• Proven success communicating effectively both vertically and laterally
• Must have a 4-year degree from accredited university / college
• Must have minimum of Secret Clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Top Secret Clearance
• DoD 8570.01-M Baseline and Computing Environment Certifications such as:
• AIT-I or higher (e.g., Security+ CE)
• Networking Certifications (e.g., CCENT, CCT, CCNA, etc.)
• BICSI certified Installer 1 or higher
• BICSI certified Installer 2, Copper
• BICSI certified Installer 2, Optical Fiber
• Licensed electrician for AC/DC power

Additional Job Information

COMPETENCIES

• Establish Focus
• Change Management
• Develop Others
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Build Relationships
• Analytical Thinking
• Conceptual Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Initiative
• Foster Innovation
• Results Oriented
• Teamwork
• Customer Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Based anywhere in the USA, with a preference for the Cochise County, AZ area. Willingness and ability to travel are mandatory and essential.
• Type of environment: Working in various Government communications sites under various stages of operation / construction. May require Personal Protective Equipment such as hardhats, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, etc.
• Noise level: Medium sustained to occasional High.
• Work schedule: Per the customer requirements. May require up to 60 hours per week – but the typical is 40.
• Amount of Travel: potential for 50 ~ 70%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Citizenship: United States

Clearance requirement: Secret

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.