Network Installation Specialist
US$60,000 – US$69,000 / yr base salary
Posted 28 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Network Installation Specialist - Journeyman”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Remote
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$60,000 – US$69,000 / yr |
|---|
Study levelBachelor's
About Agile Defense At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 1812 Job Title: Network Installation Specialist - Journeyman Location: Remote but w/ 90% travel; maybe OCONUS in the future Clearance Level: Active SECRET required to start, TS preferred
Job Description
Our Agile Defense team, the premier providers of innovative Information Technology (IT) services and communications support to the Department of War and Federal Agencies, is growing. We’re increasing our team to support the US Army. The program delivers end-to-end EFIS&T services—including survey and design through installation, security, and testing. This work spans NIPR and SIPR networks, Wi-Fi, VoIP, ISP/OSP infrastructure, and voice modernization across all CONUS Army installations. We are seeking an experienced Senior Hardware / Software Installation Technician to contribute to technical sites surveys for a critical US Military IT modernization program. In this role, you will serve as a technical teammate, responsible for evaluating infrastructure readiness, documenting requirements for network and system upgrades, and overseeing the installation of hardware and software solutions. The ideal candidate is a field-proven technician who can expertly navigate military facilities, author and produce detailed Site Survey Reports (SSRs), mentor fellow technicians while interfacing directly with the Project Manager, Program Management Office (PMO) and Government Points of Contact (POCs).
Education and Background
- BA/BS with at least 5 years of experience.
- Installation & Maintenance: Install, route, and secure fiber optic cabling, racks, ironwork (ladder rack, subfloor infrastructure), patch panels, and cable management hardware (i.e. Panduit raceway, Fiber Management Systems (FMS)) in accordance with TIA/EIA and DoW standards.
- Cabling, Splicing & Termination: Perform fusion splicing, connector termination, and cable preparation for singlemode, multimode fiber systems, and copper cabling.
- Power & Grounding: DC Power cable (determining path, wax cord lacing), HTAP, and equipment.
- Testing & Troubleshooting: Conduct, document, and analyze results from OTDR, power meter, and continuity tests to diagnose and repair fiber issues. Security & Compliance: Adhere to security level access, material handling, and protocols.