DRSN Telecommunications Analyst (TS/SCI)

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network and Telecommunications

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Network Troubleshooting, Operating Systems (OS), Security Clearances, Telecommunication Systems, Troubleshooting

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Telecommunications Analyst for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Telecommunications Analyst, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of United States Naval Forces Central Command . You will play a crucial role in Operation and Maintenance support for the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN).

• Perform daily monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of DRSN equipment and associated hardware/software.
• Ensure the reliability and availability of secure communications systems.
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules on DRSN equipment to include replacement of circuit cards or major sub-assemblies.
• Perform software upgrades and ensure all operation and maintenance IAW Defense Information System Agency (DISA), Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) Operations and Maintenance Guide, and Technical Manuals.
• Install, configure, and integrate new DRSN equipment; Integrated Service Telephones, Multifunction Digital Adapters, UDLT Multiplexers, Cryptographic devices, Serial-to Fiber media converters, Circuit-to-Packet-151/2000 series equipment, and serial modems, ensuring compliance with security and operational requirements.
• Maintain detailed logs of system activities, issues, and resolutions and provided weekly activity reports.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation, including network diagrams, system configurations, and troubleshooting guides.
• The work center is responsible for maintaining the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) and its sub-systems on a 24/7 basis. On-call is required after normal working hours.
• The ideal candidate should have experience with the Defense Red Switch Network, which provides global secure communication services for the command-and-control structure of the United States Armed Forces. Familiarity with multilevel secure voice and voice-conferencing capabilities is essential.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

The Telecommunications Analyst must have:

• Experience: 8+ years of related DRSN and/or Tech Control experience.
  • CTP 150/151/2024 is a plus
  • Various electronic test equipment, FIREBERD 8000 or equivalent, and Digital Multimeter.
  • Microsoft Windows 10/11 and Linux Operating Systems.
  • Strong system/network troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Self-starter and work under minimum supervision.
  • Knowledge and experience with various cryptographic equipment:
    • KIV-7M
    • KG-175D/F
    • STE/R
    • KYV-5M
• Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree
• Security clearance level: Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI
• US citizenship required
• Required Certifications:
  • IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification Security+ or equivalent
  • DSS-2A certification is a plus
• The candidate must be medically and physically fit for deployment to the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility and able to meet all required deployment health, fitness-for-duty, and recurring medical screening standards. Candidates may be subject to pre-deployment and periodic examinations, testing, and any other requirements needed to remain eligible for deployment.
• This position may involve lifting objects such as IT hardware, as well as reaching, bending, kneeling (e.g., to connect cables), and performing other moderately strenuous tasks.
• Employment for this assignment is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to obtain a work visa and residence permit for the overseas assignment.

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, competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

Position located in Bahrain in support of Naval Support Activity Bahrain. HOLA/COLA eligible.

The likely salary range for this position is $78,200 - $105,800. 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.

Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

International

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.

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