Circuit Activation Engineer

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Network and Telecommunications Job Qualifications: Skills: Communication Network, Data Communication Networks, Electronic Circuitry, Systems Engineering, Telecommunication Systems Certifications: None Experience: 3 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Circuit Activation Engineer - TS/SCI clearance Make an impact with GDIT. We’re seeking a Network Engineer to design, deploy, and support secure, high‑performance network solutions that keep our mission moving. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, improving infrastructure capabilities, and working with advanced networking technologies, this role is for you. GDIT is seeking a Circuit Activation Engineer to help support our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next-Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not allowed and will require the employee to report full-time onsite. This position will support the following schedule: - Day Shift (Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 4:00pm) How the Circuit Activation Engineer Will Make an Impact: - Document & Map Physical Infrastructure: Trace and document the end-to-end physical (Layer 1) path of circuits, including patch panels, Demarcation points, and cross-connects, and create accurate Microsoft Visio network diagrams. - Coordinate End-to-End Activations: Serve as the primary point of contact for local J6 customers, DISA, and commercial telecom vendors to schedule and execute circuit testing, cutovers, and Telecommunication Service Orders (TSOs) (Activate, Change, Discontinue). - Manage Site Access & Vendor Escorts: Coordinate physical site access and provide on-site escorting for commercial vendors during circuit installations, maintenance, and testing inside secure facilities. - Identify Hardware, Interfaces & Optics: Interpret complex network diagrams to physically locate specific hardware slots, line cards, and port interfaces on enterprise routers and switches, and select the correct SFP transceivers (Single-Mode vs. Multi-Mode) for each circuit. - Execute Cable & Pathway Installations: Install physical cable pathways or directly coordinate with inside plant (ISP) cabling teams to establish connectivity from the Demarc to the target rack, applying a solid understanding of Single-Mode Fiber (SMF), Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF), connector types, and copper media. - Partner with Network & Transport Teams: Coordinate with local Network, Transport, and Tier I/II Service Desk teams so engineers can provision and turn up point-to-point circuits on their routers and switches. - Manage High-Volume Circuit Actions: Work independently with strong project management discipline to track, prioritize, and drive upwards of 150+ concurrent circuit actions from initial order to final completion. - Maintain Documentation & Timekeeping: Maintain accurate circuit tracking records, project logs, and demonstrate excellent timekeeping and organizational skills. - Support Mission-Critical Operations: Provide flexible, after-hours support as required for priority VIP service activations and Emergency Response Activities. - Other duties as assigned. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED – REQUIRED: - Clearance: Active TS/SCI security clearance - Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience - Certification(s): DoDD 8570 (Security+)/8140 IAT Level II - Year's Experience: 5+ years to include 1-3 years of directly related experience in network engineering and/or administration - Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with data and voice communications networks, understanding of project management - Location: Onsite in Arlington, VA Preferred / Bonus Qualifications (How to Stand Out): - Testing & Validation: Hands-on experience operating BERT (Bit Error Rate Test) test sets (Viavi/JDSU) to validate Layer 1 circuit integrity (including verifying optical fiber light levels) and troubleshoot physical line errors. - Cryptographic Equipment: Familiarity with COMSEC procedures and network encryptors (TACLANE / ViaSat) integrated into circuit paths. - DISA Processes: Working familiarity with the DISA TSO (Telecommunication Service Order) lifecycle and associated documentation. - ITSM Ticketing: Prior experience managing actions, tasks, and change requests within the ServiceNow ticketing system. GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. ● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities ● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals ● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off ● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home ***remove if ineligible*** ● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues that share your desire to drive operations forward. The likely hourly rate for this position is between $41.28 - $55.84. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Arlington Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. Our Identify Verification Process: As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. About our Work: We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans