Network Cable Technician

Network Cable Technician

Washington DC (Onsite) – Department of Commerce

125k-135k / year

Top Secret Clearance Required

RESPONSIBILITIES

This role works on the analysis of customer requirements and development of integrated IT / network solutions. Entails complete network system responsibilities associated with the entire life cycle of network development. This includes leading team activities from conceptual design to integration and enhancement of networks. Work with other elements / functions of system design team including software architects and systems engineers, to perform system analyses, performance trades, requirements development and decomposition. Subsequently develop and integrate solutions for the network connectivity and interaction of systems.

• Analyze customer requirements and support the development of integrated IT and network solutions within a complex, large-scale government facility.
• Participate in the full life cycle of network system development—from conceptual design through integration, testing, and enhancement.
• Collaborate with software architects, systems engineers, and other technical stakeholders to conduct system analyses, requirements decomposition, and performance trade studies.
• Install, terminate, test, label, and maintain structured cabling (fiber and copper) following industry standards and government facility requirements.
• Perform cable splicing, patch panel work, cable management, and rack / closet organization to maintain clean and compliant infrastructure.
• Execute Layer 1 and Layer 2 network tasks, including switchport assignment, VLAN configuration, and basic device provisioning.
• Support wireless infrastructure by installing and connecting access points, performing site support, and validating signal coverage as needed.
• Integrate physical network components with system-level architectures to ensure reliable connectivity between services, systems, and applications.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues at the physical and data-link layers using standard testing equipment and diagnostic procedures.
• Conduct new access port installations and ensure proper configuration and documentation of network changes.
• Maintain clear documentation of cabling layouts, network configurations, and equipment installations for compliance and future maintenance.
• Ensure all work adheres to security, safety, and compliance standards specific to government facilities and DoD / IC environments.
• Provide on-site support during network upgrades, expansions, and modernization efforts, coordinating closely with cross-functional engineering teams.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum education Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline and minimum OR Minimum experience 8 years' experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION / SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizenship

Active Top Secret clearance

Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status").