Telecommunications Analyst

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Telecommunications Analyst providing technical support for Department of Defense clients through assessments and documentation development. Strengthening mission readiness with risk analysis efforts in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 5/9/2026full-timeDahlgren • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support telecommunications, IT, and OT dependency mapping and mission assurance activities for DoD clients.
Conduct assessments to identify risks and vulnerabilities affecting assets, missions, and critical infrastructure.
Develop reports and documentation with clear, practical, risk-based recommendations.
Review telecommunications and data communications policies, directives, and guidance to support project execution.
Analyze complex technical issues related to communications networks and service delivery.
Participate in meetings, working groups, conferences, and other project activities as needed.
Complete assignments on time while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders to support multiple project priorities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Network Engineering, or a related field.
4–10 years of experience in IT, networking, telecommunications, or a related discipline.
Experience with DoD or Department of the Navy telecommunications or data communications networks is required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective recommendations.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Strong understanding of DoD organizational structure and processes.
Knowledge of DoDAF.
Working knowledge of DoD IT networks, enclaves, DISN, and DODIN.
Ability to identify vulnerabilities affecting communications facilities and service provisioning.
Working knowledge of telecommunications-related laws, policies, directives, and instructions.
Working knowledge of radio wave propagation and frequency spectrum bands.
Understanding of cyber threats and mitigation strategies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical insurance (PPO and HD)
dental and vision insurance
Health Savings account (HSA)
Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
disability leave programs
parental leave program
paid holidays
paid vacation time
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
401K plan with a generous company match

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Hard Skills & Tools

risk assessmentvulnerability analysistelecommunicationsdata communicationsnetwork engineeringreport developmenttechnical issue analysiscyber threat mitigationradio wave propagationDoDAF

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationorganizational skillsanalytical skillstime managementindependent workteam collaborationproject prioritizationquality assuranceaccuracy