Network Installation Technician, Intermediate

By Light Professional IT Services

Lead network installation technician deploying and testing telecommunications infrastructure for By Light’s defense and federal IT customers. Supervising technicians, configuring network hardware, testing fiber, and documenting installations.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network installation and maintenance, including hands-on experience with telecommunications equipment and infrastructure. Proficient in supervising teams, managing installations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Network Infrastructure Build-OutTelecommunication Hardware InstallationCable/Fiber Installation and TestingJuniper/Cisco/Ciena Products ExperienceActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Network InstallationTelecommunication Equipment TestingCable TerminationCircuit Wiring and InspectionOptical TestingNetwork Configuration DocumentationInstallation of Routers and SwitchesPre-Commissioning HardwareGrounding TechniquesDecommissioning Network Nodes

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunication SkillsMentoringProblem-SolvingIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteOTDRFiber Optic Characterization ToolsConnectivity DiagramsNetwork Monitoring Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

BICSI CertificationOEM Networking Certifications

Industry Keywords

ANSI/TIA StandardsDOD/DISA IT Network EnvironmentTelecommunicationsElectronic EquipmentNetwork Devices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Firewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct, task, and organize a team of 1 to 2 Network Installation Technicians from deployment to installation close-out.
Supervise installation, testing, and turn-up of telecommunication equipment and related components.
Perform infrastructure installation and de-installation, including racks and ironwork.
Manage cable terminations, cleaning, testing, and grounding.
Use baseline equipment connectivity diagrams to resolve site-specific connectivity challenges.
Communicate with Test and Acceptance staff to ensure remote access to network devices.
Install networking hardware and software components, including pre-commissioning hardware with base configurations.
Perform circuit wiring, inspection, testing, and activation.
Decommission and de-install network nodes.
Manage completion reports and status reports with detailed network configuration documentation.
Install routers, servers, patch panels, cryptographic material, switches, firewalls, and timing and synchronization equipment.
Conduct optical testing, including fiber optic characterization using OTDR, PMD, and CD.
Review test results, identify issues, and recommend solutions.
Train and mentor junior personnel.
Perform small- to large-sized installations with minimal oversight.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma required.
At least six years of experience in the installation, maintenance, repair or construction of various types of telecommunications or other electronic equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Completion of an accredited vocational or technical curriculum in telecommunications or a related discipline may substitute for the required experience as part of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
6+ years of experience including network infrastructure build-out, mounting telecommunication hardware, cable/fiber installation, cable/fiber terminations and cable/fiber testing.
6+ years of experience installing network routers, servers, patch panels, cryptographic material, switches, firewalls, timing and synchronization and communications devices.
Prior hands-on experience with Juniper/Cisco/Ciena 6500/Ciena RLS/Ciena Wave Server products.
Familiarity with ANSI/TIA standards.
Preference for candidates that have worked in DOD/DISA IT network environment.
Strong preference for candidates with background with Juniper, Cisco, and Ciena devices.
Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles and ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
Ability to work independently or as a leader of a team.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, VISIO, and Word) for reporting, redlining, and communicating with upper management.
Active Secret clearance; or ability to obtain and maintain.
Candidates may be based anywhere in the US but must be open to at least 70% travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary.
Ability to type, communicate via telephone and sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to raise or lower an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) more than 50lbs.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher is desired but not required.
BICSI Certification is preferred.
OEM networking certifications, specifically Ciena 6500, RLS, and Waveserver, are preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Wellness Program
401(k) Matching
Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Education & Training
Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)