Patch and Test Technician

The Amatriot Group

. Prioritize and manage daily work assignments to meet operational requirements .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining telecommunications systems and equipment, with a strong focus on troubleshooting and service restoration in high-tempo military environments. Proficient in managing service requests and collaborating with IT organizations to ensure continuous service availability across secure networks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DoD 8140 CertificationCompTIA Security + CETS/SCI ClearanceLong-Haul Data and Voice Transmission TechnologiesSONET/MSPP Troubleshooting

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Hard Skills

Telecommunications Systems InstallationService Request ManagementTroubleshooting SkillsCryptographic Equipment ConfigurationSystems IntegrationTechnical SupportHigh-Availability CommunicationsEquipment MaintenanceServiceNow TicketingMaster Station Log Maintenance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowFaCITKG-175D/G/F/N/X TACLANEKG-250X/XS Encryption Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8140 CertificationCompTIA Security + CE

Industry Keywords

Military TelecommunicationsOperational RequirementsArea of Responsibility (AOR)Secure Voice/Data Transmission PoliciesTech Control FacilitiesPatch and Test Facilities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNowTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prioritize and manage daily work assignments to meet operational requirements
Troubleshoot, install, operate, and maintain PTF systems to ensure continuous service availability
Operate and maintain USCENTCOM HQ fixed and deployable IT systems, including long-haul communications and tactical network infrastructure
Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecommunications systems and equipment
Complete service requests, generate reports, and support service restoration efforts, including equipment changes and configuration updates
Coordinate and collaborate with internal IT organizations to support projects, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service implementations
Provide field support at forward locations within the Area of Responsibility (AOR), as required
Open, track, and close service tickets using ServiceNow and FaCIT, and maintain a Master Station Log
Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled outages with DISA and other external agencies
Configure, operate, and maintain cryptographic equipment and troubleshoot secure circuits locally and remotely
Support high-availability communications for a large, diverse user base across multiple secure networks
Provide installation, testing, systems integration, and technical support in a 24/7 operational environment
Provision, modify, and restore services in accordance with local and higher-level policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification (CompTIA Security + CE)
TS/SCI clearance
3+ years of related experience
Experience in high-tempo military or enterprise telecommunications environments
Proficiency with long-haul data and voice transmission technologies (fiber, copper, satellite)
Experience troubleshooting SONET/MSPP, CTP, and ODXC systems
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills supporting mission-critical communications
Experience with encryption devices and secure voice/data transmission policies
Valid U.S. passport
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Hands-on experience with KG-175D/G/F/N/X TACLANE and KG-250X/XS encryption devices (preferred)
Knowledge of higher-level transport infrastructure, including SONET/MSPP and ODXC (preferred)
Prior experience in military Tech Control or Patch and Test Facilities (TCF/PTF) (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

6 month contract
Support rotating shifts and non-standard work schedules as mission requirements dictate