DRSN Telecommunications Analyst (TS/SCI)

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

• 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 residenc...