Network Installation Technician, Intermediate

By Light Professional IT Services

Intermediate Network Installation Technician installing and commissioning DISA/DOD network infrastructure for By Light, a federal IT services provider. Leading field installation teams and documenting network deployments.

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network infrastructure installation and management, including the installation of routers, servers, and telecommunication hardware. Possesses strong leadership skills to direct installation teams and ensure project completion with adherence to ANSI/TIA standards.

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Network Infrastructure Build-OutCiena 6500/Ciena RSL/Ciena Wave Server ExperienceBICSI CertificationActive Secret ClearanceTelecommunication Hardware Installation

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Hard Skills

Network InstallationCable/Fiber InstallationCable/Fiber TerminationNetwork TestingCircuit WiringRouter InstallationServer InstallationSwitch InstallationFirewall InstallationTiming and Synchronization Equipment Installation

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

JDSU Network Test EquipmentMicrosoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, VISIO, Word)

Certifications & Qualifications

BICSI CertificationOEM Networking Certifications

Industry Keywords

DISADODANSI/TIA StandardsTelecommunication HardwareNetwork Configuration Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Firewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide implementation functions for DISA networking and infrastructure projects.
Apply in-depth knowledge of DISA/DOD IT network infrastructure to assignments.
Perform site infrastructure installations, including racks, cable racks, power, grounding, and cabling.
Install network infrastructure, mount telecommunication hardware, install and terminate cable/fiber, test, and pre-commission equipment.
Direct, task, and organize a team of 1 to 2 Network Installation Technicians from deployment to installation close-out.
Utilize 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 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.
Use JDSU or equivalent network test equipment.
Perform small to large installations with minimal oversight.
Report installation status and completion accurately.
Lead installation teams and organize on-site efforts to bring hardware to operational acceptance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma required.
3+ years of experience including network infrastructure build-out, mounting telecommunication hardware, cable/fiber installation, cable/fiber terminations and cable/fiber testing.
3+ years of experience installing network routers, servers, patch panels, cryptographic material, switches, firewalls, timing and synchronization and communications devices.
Prior hands-on experience with Ciena 6500/Ciena RSL/Ciena Wave Server products is highly desirable.
BICSI Certification.
OEM networking certifications.
Must be familiar with ANSI/TIA standards.
Must have the ability to work independently or as a leader of a team.
Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft office products (PowerPoint, Excel, VISIO, and Word) as necessary for reporting, redlining, and communicating.
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.
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.

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)