Cable Technician - Top Secret

GDIT
Arlington, VA

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA VA Arlington
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ213600

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Network and Telecommunications

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Cat6 Cabling, Coaxial Cabling, Network Cabling, Structured Cabling
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

Meaningful work and personal impact:

The Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by JSP.
  • Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
  • Responsible for tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems.
  • Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  • Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
  • Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
  • Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
  • Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
  • Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
  • Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
  • Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
  • Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
  • Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
  • Participates in special projects as required.

What you'll need to succeed (Required):
Bring your Cable Technician expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cable Technician must have:
  • Active Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Associate's Degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience required. An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • BICSI certification required.
  • Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • In-depth knowledge of TDM networks.
  • Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
  • Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

GDIT is your place. At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.

Own your opportunity. Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $37.31 - $50.49. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
25-50%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Arlington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
gdit.com/tc.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans



PI281847799




Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.


At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.



Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.



Meaningful work and personal impact:


The Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by JSP.

  • Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
  • Responsible for tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems.
  • Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  • Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
  • Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
  • Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
  • Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
  • Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
  • Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
  • Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
  • Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
  • Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
  • Participates in special projects as required.




What you'll need to succeed (Required):
Bring your Cable Technician expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cable Technician must have:

  • Active Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Associate's Degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience required. An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • BICSI certification required.
  • Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • In-depth knowledge of TDM networks.
  • Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
  • Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.




GDIT is your place. At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.



Own your opportunity. Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.


The likely hourly rate for this position is between $37.31 - $50.49. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.



Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40



Travel Required:
25-50%



Telecommuting Options:
Onsite



Work Location:
USA VA Arlington



Additional Work Locations:



Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.


We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.


Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
gdit.com/tc.


Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans







PI281847799

Posted 2026-01-28

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