[Remote] Senior Network Installation Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. By Light Professional IT Services LLC is a company that supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Network Installation Specialist to lead field teams in the performance of site activities, ensuring high standards of installation and service while collaborating with project managers and stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesPlanning and completion of complex and detailed technical projects from survey and engineering to site implementationDevelop and maintain high standards of installation and service, and assist with leading, training, and counseling network installation technicians toward high performanceServe as a technical knowledge resource to project managers and field techniciansWork directly with project managers as the first line of communication for the field installation teams supporting the PM’s project(s)Maintain accountability for the task-oriented work efforts of project assigned personnelHelp ensure engineering schedules are met or exceededCollaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into comprehensive IT implementation designsLead the implementation and deployment of IT systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standardsResponsible for physical onsite network surveys to determine the engineering solution for each project assignedResponsible for providing client-site network installations support of hardware, including installation of entire service delivery nodes, as prescribed by Site Engineering Solution (SES) documentationPrepare and provide complex site reports, documents, diagrams and VISIO drawings as required to meet customer deliverable requirements. Train and certify others to develop the same proficiencyProvide input to the field technicians group to assist with the formation of procedural documentation for field tasks - BER testing, platform configurations, deliverables, procedures, etcPerforms configuration of installed technology, which may include cryptographic, MPLS, optical and timing equipment and supporting systemsPerforms troubleshooting and fault-isolation to bring installed equipment to functional state. Coordinates with network engineers to facilitate installation testing and acceptanceIn coordination with Engineering, provide project design support where needed and requested to meet customer objectivesAssesses, designs, builds, and documents current site network configuration and user requirements at each site. Interprets SES according to real world conditions encountered at client site and modifies solution/design accordinglyDirects and leads preparation of drawings documenting configuration changesPerforms system-level design and configuration of products including determination of hardware, and other platform specificationsDocuments as-built configuration through redlined SES documentation and produces Completion Reports (CR). Provides oversight and guidance of client-site installation support servicesMaintain high standards of installation services, and help instill this in assigned field techsProvide onsite and remote technical direction in support of system's deployment, configuration, commissioning, and testingProvide onsite directions and assistance during installationsEnsures assigned field techs remain current on all required training and certifications.ion to completionSkills5+ years of relevant experience as Implementation Engineer10 years of experience in IT implementation and engineering using Army/DISA/DoW standardsProficient in system design, configuration, and troubleshooting across multiple platformsIn-depth knowledge of networking protocols, security measures, and IT best practicesExperience with virtualization technologies, cloud platforms, and enterprise-level applicationsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong skills in Excel, Word, and VisioActive Secret Clearance; Top Secret preferredMust be able to travel 90% of the time on deployments for both CONUS and potentially OCONUS locationsAbility to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs; ability to work in confined spaces (server closets, raised floors)Company OverviewBY LIGHT Professional IT Services is a provider of IT, cloud, cyber and infrastructure solutions to the US Federal Government. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.bylight.com.