Senior Telecom Engineer

AT&T

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Work type
On-site
Location
Washington, DC
Salary
$89,200–$110,000 / yr
Posted
34 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Oct 30, 2026 (soon)

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Below market

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About AT&T

AT&T is a US-based telecommunications company providing wireless, broadband, and fiber internet service along with phone and connectivity products for consumers and businesses.

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TL;DR · Senior Telecom Engineer

The Senior Telecom Engineer joins the AT&T Global Public Sector team to support the Department of State’s Bureau of Information Resources Management. This role involves the design, implementation, operation, maintenance, and coordination of enterprise telecommunications networks for voice and data services across all domestic locations. Daily responsibilities include cable and conduit services, installing and sunsetting equipment, fulfilling service requests for moves, adds, changes, and disconnects, and managing computer equipment rooms within the National Capital Area Region. The successful candidate will utilize skills in installing telephone, coaxial, and fiber optic cables, as well as diagnosing signal transmission defects using various test equipment. Key technical competencies include processing configuration updates, procurement of materials, and quality management activities to modernize and enhance government network infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Design, implement, and maintain DOS Enterprise Telecommunications networks for voice and data services.
  • Perform cable and conduit services including the installation of telephone, coaxial, and fiber optic cables.
  • Fulfill service requests for all voice and data service moves, adds, changes, and disconnects.
  • Manage and maintain computer equipment rooms within the National Capital Area Region.
  • Install new systems and perform scheduled upgrades or replacements of existing equipment.
  • Diagnose signal transmission defects using various test equipment and visual inspection.
  • Process configuration updates and financial transactions based on service changes.
  • Procure all necessary equipment, materials, and installations for network projects.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an active Secret security clearance.
  • Must have a high school degree.
  • Must be willing to work onsite in Washington, DC, 5 days per week.
  • 7 years of experience overseeing and installing telephone, coaxial, and fiber optic cables.
  • 7 years of experience locating and diagnosing signal transmission defects using test equipment and visual inspection.
  • 7 years of experience using tools, test equipment, ground power equipment, and pressure equipment.
  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
  • BICSI cabling certification in Installer 1, Installer 2 (Copper or Optical Fiber), or Technician (preferred).

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