Installation Technician with Security Clearance

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Installation Technician to join our team in McLean, VA. In this hands-on role, you will support the deployment and installation of secure network infrastructure and endpoint equipment in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate configurations, reliable connectivity, and successful execution of technical projects across classified workspaces.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Install and terminate CAT5/CAT6 and fiber cabling, including racks, patch panels, wall jacks, and associated infrastructure hardware. • Perform cable pulls, terminations, pinouts, component installations, testing, documentation, and ensure proper cable management. • Install and configure workstations, rebuild desktops, relocate IT equipment, and deploy network drops per provided technical documentation. • Interpret design packages, wiring schematics, port maps, and network diagrams to guide and validate installation work. • Troubleshoot and resolve workstation issues, connectivity problems, and equipment failures. • Travel locally between customer sites and support temporary assignments as needed. • Work scheduled shift from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM as part of a team providing coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Shift may vary based on support required.

Minimum Qualifications: • High School Diploma with 8+ years of experience, an Associate's Degree with 6+ years of experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years of experience. • Proven experience installing and testing network drops, including labeling, cable dressing, and certifying terminations. • Knowledge of structured cabling methodologies, industry standards, and common troubleshooting practices. • Hands-on experience deploying IT endpoints such as desktops, printers, VOIP/digital phones, and network switches. • Ability to independently diagnose and resolve hardware, network, and telecom system issues. • Skilled in interpreting and executing work from network diagrams, floor plans, and installation packages.

Preferred Qualifications: • Direct experience supporting customer IT infrastructure installations. • Background in structured cabling and IT hardware installation. • Familiarity with LAN infrastructure deployment within the Sponsor's classified environment. • Ability to quickly adapt to evolving technical tasks and learn new tools or procedures. • High attention to detail and effective organizational skills.

Clearance Requirements: • Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements: • Must be able to remain stationary at least 25% of the time. • Must be able to operate computers, phones, and other office equipment for extended durations. • Must be able to navigate office environments, including under desks, raised floors, and server closets, some of which may be confined spaces. • Must be able to lift and transport IT or AV equipment weighing 50+ pounds, using carts or team lifts as needed. • Must be able to ascend and descend ladders (10+ feet) while routing cables or installing equipment.