Field Service Technician – Navy ELMR Patching

Motorola Solutions

. Perform patching operations for the global Navy ELMR enterprise .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCatania • ItalyMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT systems administration, particularly in Windows and RHEL environments, alongside strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and patch management. Capable of maintaining compliance with military standards and effectively communicating technical information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IT Systems AdministrationTCP/IP Network AdministrationWindows (10/Server) AdministrationCompTIA Security+ CertificationRadio Frequency (RF) Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Patching OperationsRHEL AdministrationSQL Database ManagementVMware VirtualizationActive Directory AdministrationMcAfee AV ManagementLAN/WAN NetworkingRadio CommunicationsTelecommunications SystemsPublic Safety Engineering

Soft Skills

Strong Multi-Tasking SkillsOrganizational SkillsSelf-Management SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceMicrosoft Office SuitePuTTYWinSCPRemote DesktopMotorola ASTRO SystemsEPolicy Orchestrator (ePO)HBSSHP ProLiantDell PowerEdge

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ETA CETa CertificationCompTIA Network+ (Preferred)MCSE (Preferred)CISSP (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Military ComplianceSOFA ComplianceEnterprise Land Mobile Radio (ELMR)RF TheoryCAC/PIV Authentication SystemsNAS and DAS ManagementP25/LMR InfrastructureMCC7500 DispatchZone CoreNICE Logging

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsLinuxSQLTCP/IPVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform patching operations for the global Navy ELMR enterprise
Administer local and remote updates across Windows clients and servers, RHEL servers, McAfee AV, and SQL databases
Support broader EURAFCENT system and network sustainment activities
Submit weekly activity and accomplishment reports to leadership
Implement system and security patch updates provided by the Motorola Solutions ASTRO Security Update Service
Diagnose and troubleshoot patching-related issues on an Enterprise Land Mobile Radio network
Maintain extensive verbal and written communication
Assist Master Site FSTs and Engineering teams with daily maintenance across master sites, dispatch sites, and RF sites
Travel up to 25% annually to support enterprise system maintenance and regional patching efforts
Work on-site at a military base in Catania, Sicily, Italy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must meet Italy SOFA compliance requirements
Bachelor’s Degree; OR Associate’s Degree plus 4 years of specialized experience, OR High School Diploma / GED plus 8 years of specialized experience
4+ years experience in LMR, RF systems, Radio Communications, Radio Frequency, Motorola equipment, Wired/Wireless Communication Systems, IT Systems, Telecommunications, Public Safety, Engineering, Networking equipment or Military experience
Experience in IT systems administration and TCP/IP network administration
Must possess or be capable of obtaining CompTIA Security+ certification (or IAT Level II equivalent) within 6 months of employment
Must possess or be capable of obtaining ETA CETa certification within 6 months of employment
Demonstrated experience in Windows (10/Server), Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), and Active Directory administration
Hands-on experience with VMware and KVM-based virtualization suites and server hardware (HP ProLiant, iLO, Dell PowerEdge)
Proficient TCP/IP networking knowledge (LAN/WAN) and familiarity with PuTTY, WinSCP, and Remote Desktop
Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suites
Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customers
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret-level security clearance
Strong multi-tasking, organizational, and self-management skills
Preferred: Active CompTIA Network+, MCSE, or CISSP certifications
Preferred: Experience with McAfee security products, ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO), and HBSS
Preferred: Experience with Motorola ASTRO systems, P25/LMR infrastructure, MCC7500 dispatch, Zone Core, or NICE Logging
Preferred: Working knowledge of RF theory, RF trunking site optimization, firewalls, and CAC/PIV authentication systems
Preferred: Experience managing NAS and DAS devices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
International relocation provided
Referral Payment Plan