Telecommunications Subject Matter Expert - Lead

Telecommunications Subject Matter Expert – Lead – Bluemont, VAAleknagik Technology LLC is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Lead to provide senior-level technical and team leadership supporting secure and non-secure telecommunications, IT networks, and mission-critical communications systems for a federal government customer.The position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, expert-level proficiency in telecommunications and IT networking, and an active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)access.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesServe as team lead and provide technical leadership for telecommunications and IT networking operations.Support secure and non-secure telephone, facsimile, data, and communications systems.Support government networks including OpenNet, ClassNet, SIPRNet, HSDN, JWICS, DCIN, and Internet environments.Support wired, optical, and wireless networks and LANs.Support Secure Video Teleconferencing Systems (SVTS) at multiple classification levels.Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot audiovisual systems, CATV, public address, digital signage, video surveillance, and associated cabling.Support HF ALE, UHF/VHF, UHF SATCOM, and DAMA radio communications systems.Support secure satellite and cellular telephone systems.Support GETS, Wireless Priority Service (WPS), and Telecommunications Service Priority (TSP) requirements.Provide COMSEC key material and equipment support.Provide facility security, emergency communications, and service desk support.Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate system maintenance and corrective actions.Manage multiple telecommunications projects and priorities simultaneously.Develop technical documentation, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and procedures.Provide technical training and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.Travel occasionally to remote locations throughout the United States as required.Required QualificationsMinimum of 10 years of relevant telecommunications, networking, or communications systems experience.Expert-level technical knowledge of IT networking and telecommunications.Experience supporting secure and non-secure communications systems and networks.Experience with wired, optical, wireless, radio, satellite, and/or secure communications technologies.Experience supporting classified government networks and systems.Knowledge of COMSEC and communications security requirements.Strong troubleshooting, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.Ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong written and verbal communication and training skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related applications.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related technical field.Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, or equivalent telecommunications/networking certifications.Experience supporting the Department of State, DoD, DHS, or another federal agency.Experience with OpenNet, ClassNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, HSDN, or DCIN.Experience with SVTS, HF ALE, UHF/VHF, SATCOM, and DAMA systems.Experience with GETS, WPS, TSP, and COMSEC equipment.Previous experience serving as a technical or telecommunications team lead.Security ClearanceActive Secret or Top Secret security clearance required.Must be eligible for and able to obtain and maintain SCI access.Work EnvironmentThis position supports secure and non-secure federal telecommunications operations and requires interaction with government personnel, technical teams, and security professionals. This positions is On-Site. Occasional travel to remote locations throughout the United States may be required.