Goldbelt Frontier fosters a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to utilize and employ their operational and leadership skills. Many senior project managers and business analysts are subject matter experts in their respective fields. Frontier understands how to support multiple stakeholders to aid in developing and implementing national policies, strategies, and doctrine.

Summary:

We are seeking an on-call/part-time Communications/Electronics/IT Professional with a background in network communications and network management. This position will require the Technician to travel to various work sites when needed, which can range from one (1) week to two (2) months.

Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for the transmission, reception, and presentation of audio and video signals over satellite and fiber optic networks for a Closed-Circuit Television System
• Operate and maintain communications equipment, conduct monthly connectivity testing, preventative maintenance, and inventory of spare parts and equipment.
• Control transmission equipment in order to regulate transmission quality during broadcasts
• Manage network traffic and configure network
• Install media equipment such as TVs, Projectors, Speaker Systems, and monitoring equipment and perform initial troubleshooting of electronic equipment
• Provide solutions for network connectivity and document technical problems, resolutions, and update Standard Operating Procedures

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of satellite communications with experience in very small aperture terminals (VSAT) and associated equipment to include demonstrating an ability to establish and maintain VSAT terminals in the field
• Possess a strong technical and analytical background in satellite communications to include data networks and transmission packets, the ability to establish transmission plans and knowledge of satellite equipment to include modems and networks
• Knowledge and the ability to effectively establish two-way communication via a satellite system
• Ability to quickly analyze and resolve satellite and fiber optic transmission issues.
• Functional knowledge of adjusting and selecting sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted.
• High level of proficiency with the Microsoft Office

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in IT support, Network technical support, or
• Secret Clearance
• Ability to travel over 75%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or network Engineering field preferred or related IT certifications or 5 years related demonstrated experience.
• Cisco Certification (CCT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE)
• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
• Knowledge of various types of software and hardware such as Cisco Systems Cisco Works, SolarWinds software, virus protection and configuration management, and network security management software
• Installation and operation of Secure AES-256 Encryption devices for transmitting and receiving network and audiovisual data
• Strong computer background in software application and system integration. Experience in video and audio broadcasts of internet protocol
• Installation and operation of IP networks, VoIP, network switches and routers.
• Set up and run IP video broadcasts through video encoders for live video events and monitor video and audio health. Additionally, be able to complete electrical wiring, programming, and troubleshooting of A/V equipment and have a clear understanding of encoding standards
• Set up and monitor network devices in real-time with SolarWinds Network Monitoring software and quickly analyze and troubleshoot transmission issues.
• Manage Static and Dynamic Routes (OSPF) and implement and troubleshoot IPSEC VPN connections and Encryption on Network Equipment as well as configure and manage encrypted links over Satellite and Fiber connections.
• Conduct Quality Control Analysis on IP and A/V Systems.
• Network Engineer technical experience in installing, operating, and maintaining:
• Cisco Network Routers and Switches
• Voice over IP (VoIP) Phones
• Video Encoders and Decoders
• Audio/Video equipment including TVs, Projectors, Speaker systems, Distribution Amplifiers, and monitors
• Strong computer background and knowledge of various types of software and hardware such as Cisco Systems, SolarWinds Network Monitoring Software, and Network Security Software.
• High level of proficiency with Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux CLI Operating Systems

Compensation for this role is $45.00-$65.00 hourly