Information/Computer/Telecommunications Specialist – Associate

LinQuest is seeking an Information/Computer/ Telecommunications Specialist – Associate to support the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) in Ft. Huachuca, AZ.

The Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) is responsible for the oversight of all DISA test and evaluation (T&E) within DISA. The mission of the JITC labs at Fort Meade and Fort Huachuca is to enable the successful transition of joint acquisition IT systems from developmental testing to fielding through early and continuous involvement in the program life cycle.

Responsibilities:

• Performs technical assignments in the general areas of C5ISR, AIS, and IT/NSS, applying broad technical knowledge in one or more areas on specific systems or applications.
• Work requires knowledge of customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to the assigned C5ISR, AIS, and IT/NSS, including legacy systems and latest trends in related technologies.
• Requires specialized experience in evaluating, analyzing, maintaining, managing, or improving telecommunications system performance. Follows specific layout and diagrams to construct, implement, and operate devices and subunits of equipment.
• Ensures uninterrupted access to all telecommunication features in support of T&E efforts. Designs, develops, and tests telecommunications software solutions.
• Reviews, analyzes, develops, installs, and modifies computer operating systems.
• Analyzes and resolves problems associated with operating systems. Interprets manufacturer manuals or similar documents.
• Detects, diagnoses, and reports related problems. Provides user training of the telecommunications features and functionality.
• Makes suggestions to end users regarding communications software and hardware solutions. Provides documentation/project tracking and management reporting.
• Coordinates upgrade specifications and schedules with internal or external users and ensures proper integration.
• Provides tactical and strategic input to overall network planning and related projects. This labor category includes personnel who provide IT support in areas where capabilities may be gained primarily through extensive on-the-job experience, specialized formal Government training, or institutional training and certification.
• On-the-job experience must be in specific IT fields.
• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the related IT field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.
• Performs a variety of tasks.
• Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a project leader, supervisor, or manager.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Requires an Associate’s degree; or a minimum of 60 semester hours of formal education working towards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience; or at least 4 years of experience is required.
• Acceptable degree specialties include but are not limited to the following: Information Technology, Mathematics, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, and various engineering and science disciplines.
• Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization or be able to obtain specified certification within 6 months of contract start.
• Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization may be substituted for experience or education but varies by certification. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties.
• An active TS/SCI is required to be considered for this position

Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: https://www.linquest.com/careers/our-benefits

COVID-19 Compliance Guidelines: As a federal contractor, all LinQuest team members may be required to comply with Executive Order 14042- Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, which may include mandatory vaccination and ability to provide proof of vaccination status prior to start of employment. Additionally, team members are expected to comply with all safety protocols related to mask wearing and physical distancing while in covered contractor workplaces. If applicable, prospective or new employees may seek an exemption to the vaccination requirement through LinQuest Human Resources and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment."

Licenses & Certifications

• TS/SCI

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)