Field IT Technicians are responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network, and telecommunications systems in Agency data centers worldwide.
Summary
Field IT Technicians are responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network, and telecommunications systems in Agency data centers worldwide.
As a Field IT Engineer for CIA, you will be primarily responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network and telecommunications systems in the Agency's data centers worldwide. As well, Field IT Engineers provide supporting roles to the installation, operation, and maintenance of AC power distribution grids. Field IT Engineers will directly participate in the full project life cycle completing tasks such as surveys, planning initial installs or upgrades, modifying and configuring systems, and documenting communications systems for the associated infrastructure for a variety of environments around the world.
Systems supported by Field IT Engineers include: LAN/WAN technology, terrestrial and RF communications platforms (to include satellite, VHF/UHF, and microwave systems), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), cryptographic equipment, category 5/6 ethernet and fiber optics connectivity infrastructure.
The capacity and commitment to serve globally is essential. Field IT Engineers typically work overseas in a temporary travel status up to 50% of the time. Some assignments may be in difficult, harsh, and challenging environments. Opportunities to live and work overseas are also available, and most Field IT Engineers live abroad at some point in their careers. Field IT Engineers receive benefits and allowances for travel that positively impact their overall compensation.
Journeyman license in IT Infrastructure or Electrical discipline
OSHA certifications
Education
Associate/Technical degree preferably in a STEM discipline to include:
Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology
Computer Network Systems
Computer Science or related field
Information Technology
Electrical Engineering
Or, equivalent relevant civilian or military experience (minimum of four (4) years documented experience) in the following areas:
Installation and maintenance of network infrastructure in an IT enterprise
Electrical/Electrician Trades
Data network installer
Applied Science for Electrical Technology
Commercial or Military Satellite communications
At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit cia.gov/careers, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit cia.gov/careers, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
