Job Title : Telecom Engineer I-III
Clearance : Top Secret or TS/SCI
Location : Washington, DC
Position Type : Full-time, Direct Hire
Salary Range : $70-120,000 (negotiable based on experience)
Summary :
Verigent's client is seeking experienced Telecom Engineers to support a telecommunications infrastructure refresh for a federal customer in Washington, DC. This effort will support the modernization and upgrade of enterprise voice, data, and telecommunications systems across secure environments. This is a hands-on role ideal for candidates with strong structured cabling experience, knowledge of BICSI standards, and expertise installing and maintaining Cat6 copper, fiber optic cabling, and telecommunications infrastructure in mission-critical environments.
Responsibilities :
• Install, terminate, test, label, and troubleshoot Cat6 copper and fiber optic cabling in accordance with BICSI and industry standards using TDR and other certification tools.
• Perform telecommunications infrastructure installations including patch panels, fiber enclosures, racks, cable trays, ladder racks, and related hardware.
• Construct/repair pathways (tray, ladder rack, sleeves, fire-stopping).
• Familiar with working in confined spaces.
• Support campus-wide cabling refresh and modernization efforts across multiple buildings and secure environments.
• Read and interpret telecom drawings, floor plans, wiring schematics, and installation documentation.
• Conduct cable routing, dressing, bundling, and labeling following customer standards and best practices.
• Support cutovers, migrations, telecommunications room buildouts, and MDF/IDF upgrades.
• Ensure all work complies with federal, security, and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate installation documentation and support inventory tracking.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and government personnel to support project execution and timelines.
Qualifications :
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret clearance.
• 2-10+ years experience working with telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience installing and supporting structured cabling systems in enterprise or federal environments.
• Familiar with Cat6 copper and fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with telecommunications rooms, MDFs, and IDFs.
• Familiar with fiber optic testing equipment and cable certification tools.
• Ability to analyze and create telecom drawings and installation documentation.
• Ability to lift equipment, climb ladders, and work in physically demanding environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
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