Senior Network Structured Cabling Engineer

About Us: Totally Joined For Achieving Collaborative Techniques (TJFACT) is a minority owned, CVE verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) performance driven professional services government contracting company that provides a broad spectrum of services and solutions to the U.S government agencies and organizations. About the Position: TJFACT is seeking a Senior Network Structured Cabling Engineer to support our DOS DT (Diplomatic Technology) IT team in Baghdad and Erbil, Iraq. The Senior Network Structured Cabling Engineer provides project management and oversight of all aspects of inside/outside plant (ISP/OSP) telecommunications and data network infrastructure and cabling projects. They serve as the primary point of contact for all Diplomatic Technology (DT) wiring and cabling requirements and projects for the Baghdad Embassy Compound (BEC) and constituent posts, the International Zone Fiber Network (IZFN), the Iraq Telecommunications and Post Company (ITPC), part of the Iraq Ministry of Communications (MoI), and the Prime Minister Network Operations Center (PMNOC). DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead a team to perform site surveys to determine requirements and produce drawings for various planned DT projects such as: BEC fiber cable backbone infrastructure upgrade BEC telephone infrastructure upgrade Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center (BDSC) fiber cable and telephone infrastructure upgrade Fiber and telephone installation project for the New Consulate Compound (NCC) in Erbil Relocation of the phone switch and services for the Erbil Diplomatic Support Center (EDSC). Travel outside of the BEC to manage and oversee underground and aerial telecommunication projects and the installation and maintenance of United States Government Funded Equipment (GFE) Responsible for coordinating all internal/external project aspects, creating project plans, risk mitigation and status reporting. Provide oversight of day-to-day operations of multiple projects for the installation and maintenance of proprietary cabling infrastructure into secure locations of tenant agencies including: o Installation, maintenance, and repair of fiber optic cabling between the US Embassy and DoD Union III via the Union III Multiplexer (MUX) operated by ITPC, The Head of State (HoS) services to the Government of Iraq (GoI) The repair and splicing of damaged fiber optic cabling outside of the BEC within manholes and conduit Relocation of existing cabling, wiring and associated devices to accommodate engineering projects and facility renovations. Acquisition and installation of both copper and fiber optic cabling, connectors, and NEMA-rated cabinets Operate test equipment to include oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, tone generators, optical time domain reflectometers (OTDR) and optical power meters. Conducts tailored research on national security issues, technologies, and threats in support of the various United States Government (USG) tenant agencies under the Chief of Mission (COM) throughout Mission Iraq. Responsible for maintaining awareness of and notifying DOS and other USG agencies under COM of planned and actual implementation of technical changes to the IZFN, which allows the U.S. Embassy to accurately assess threats and national security implications. Oversee and assist in identifying and deconflicting Information Technology (IT) and telecommunications activities within the IZFN to ensure the United States Embassy IT/telecommunication systems and networks are not negatively affected by changes in the IZFN. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a US Citizen. High School diploma or equivalent or 10 years of related work experience in lieu of education required. Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) certification or equivalent required. Project Management Experience Extensive knowledge of structured network cabling systems design and installation Understanding of the benefits and limits of transport technologies (Optical, Ethernet, PRI, etc.) and when to use them. Experience with voice systems (both Plain Old Telephone (POTS) and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technologies). Experience working in a customer service environment; troubleshooting Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN) and Municipal Area Network (MAN) issues. Experience installing and maintaining enterprise and municipal level Cisco network switches. Familiarity and experience with supporting DOS, other USG agencies, and DOD IT/telecommunications systems utilizing the GoI IZFN. Experience coordinating IT/telecommunications projects, network outages, and network upgrades directly with the GoI's ITPC and the PMNOC. Familiar with riser cable management systems. Strong troubleshooting abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to communicate tactfully and accurately. Knowledge of DC power systems, Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) standards, and established safety and quality practices. Knowledge of and adherence to company, industry, local, state, and federal regulations, and standards, as applicable. Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member. Ability to plan and organize. Strong attention to detail. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Visio. Active security clearance. BENEFITS: Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance 401-K plus match Paid Vacation days Paid holidays Short Term and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Term Life TJFACT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. We reserve the right to modify or revise the job descriptions in part or in its entirety. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with governing law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2024-11-05