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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
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IT - Hardware
Waukegan, IL (On-Site/Office)
Overview
*This is a temporary assignment expected to run from March 5 through September 30, 2026. Any extension beyond this period is not guaranteed.*
Join the ITility team and make a difference! We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Network Installation Technician to support the United States Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM). As part of ITility’s enterprise IT support to USMEPCOM, a Major Command of the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for screening and processing applicants into the U.S. Armed Forces, you will play a critical role in maintaining the network infrastructure that enables recruiting and training operations across 67 Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise network installations and upgrades within government or regulated environments. This role requires frequent travel (estimated at 75% travel) to Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide to replace, upgrade, and validate network equipment in data centers and wiring closets. Candidates must be highly detail-oriented, comfortable working with structured cabling, racks, and network hardware, and capable of documenting work performed through clear and timely trip reports. The position also requires the ability to independently plan and book travel in compliance with Department of Defense travel regulations, while coordinating effectively with program leadership to ensure site activities are executed safely, accurately, and in accordance with established standards. Experience with Cisco networking equipment is required, and experience with Palo Alto firewalls is a plus.
ITility is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business with a passion to equip our nation’s Intelligence Community, armed forces and first responders with the very best to empower their missions. From the virtual battlefield to boots on the ground, our people, processes, and performance drive our ability to help our clients protect what matters, now and for generations to come.
At ITility, we help our customers command the future by thinking beyond perceived limits to create new, unexpected ways to protect and defend our nation. We inspire and empower people to create significant solutions that secure what matters to our customers and communities, here and around the globe.
We Value:
The Drive to Perform Beyond Perceived Limits.
The Desire to Find Significance in All We Do.
The Passion and Compassion That Powers Both
Responsibilities
The Network Installation Technician position is a skilled and detail-oriented individual supporting the enterprise network installation, upgrade, and sustainment activities across Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide. This role is hands-on and mission-critical, requiring travel to customer sites to install cable, test, and troubleshoot network equipment in secure, regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Rack, install, and configure network and infrastructure equipment, including but not limited to firewalls, network modules (SFPs), and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs), in accordance with manufacturer instructions, approved designs, and project documentation
Perform installation, tracing, testing, and troubleshooting of fiber optic and Ethernet cabling
Execute installation and upgrade activities during approved maintenance windows and after-hours, as required, to ensure zero downtime during MEPS operational hours
Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues using approved network and cable diagnostic tools
Patch network connections to and from equipment and dress patch cables neatly and professionally in racks and cabinets
Work within data centers and wiring closets while adhering to site-specific standards and documentation
Collaborate closely with IT staff, engineers, and project teams to support scheduled upgrades and initiatives
Provide timely input for progress, status, and trip reports documenting work performed
Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site at the end of each shift
Work efficiently while maintaining high quality, safety, and security standards
Follow all applicable safety, security, and change management procedures
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess experience and capabilities across the following skill areas, listed in order of importance:
U.S. Citizenship required; active DoD Secret clearance preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience installing network equipment
Demonstrated experience installing network equipment and dressing cables to professional standards
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to plan and book travel in compliance with Department of Defense and ITility travel regulations
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate trip and status reports
Ability to read, interpret, and execute work based on technical drawings, network specifications, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Physical ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods
Proficiency using hand and power tools commonly associated with network and infrastructure installation
Ability to submit travel receipts accurately and timely in accordance with company and Department of Defense travel policies
Ability to maintain accurate daily timekeeping and expense reports in Costpoint
Ability to take direction from management and maintain task schedules and priorities
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of work
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and effectively, listen actively, and seek clarification when needed
Proven dependability, including following instructions, responding to management direction, and consistently meeting commitments
Preferred Qualifications:
Industry certifications such as CCNA, Network+, or PCNSA
Experience working in DoD, federal, or other regulated environments
Familiarity with data center standards and cable management best practices.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
On-site work at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) and other government facilities nationwide
Frequent travel required, with the ability and availability to travel away from home for several weeks at a time (up to 75% travel)
Work performed in secure environments, including data centers, wiring closets, and office spaces
Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing 50 pounds or more
Physical duties may include standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces
Required to dress appropriately for the job environment, including adherence to safety, security, and site-specific dress standards
ITility is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ITility is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ITility is committed to providing a work environment that is non-discriminatory, harassment free, fair, ethical and inclusive.
ITility is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. ITility strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination. This policy covers conduct occurring at ITility’s offices, client sites, other locations where ITility is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
*This is a temporary assignment expected to run from March 5 through September 30, 2026. Any extension beyond this period is not guaranteed.*
Join the ITility team and make a difference! We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Network Installation Technician to support the United States Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM). As part of ITility’s enterprise IT support to USMEPCOM, a Major Command of the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for screening and processing applicants into the U.S. Armed Forces, you will play a critical role in maintaining the network infrastructure that enables recruiting and training operations across 67 Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise network installations and upgrades within government or regulated environments. This role requires frequent travel (estimated at 75% travel) to Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide to replace, upgrade, and validate network equipment in data centers and wiring closets. Candidates must be highly detail-oriented, comfortable working with structured cabling, racks, and network hardware, and capable of documenting work performed through clear and timely trip reports. The position also requires the ability to independently plan and book travel in compliance with Department of Defense travel regulations, while coordinating effectively with program leadership to ensure site activities are executed safely, accurately, and in accordance with established standards. Experience with Cisco networking equipment is required, and experience with Palo Alto firewalls is a plus.
ITility is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business with a passion to equip our nation’s Intelligence Community, armed forces and first responders with the very best to empower their missions. From the virtual battlefield to boots on the ground, our people, processes, and performance drive our ability to help our clients protect what matters, now and for generations to come.
At ITility, we help our customers command the future by thinking beyond perceived limits to create new, unexpected ways to protect and defend our nation. We inspire and empower people to create significant solutions that secure what matters to our customers and communities, here and around the globe.
We Value:
The Drive to Perform Beyond Perceived Limits.
The Desire to Find Significance in All We Do.
The Passion and Compassion That Powers Both
Responsibilities
The Network Installation Technician position is a skilled and detail-oriented individual supporting the enterprise network installation, upgrade, and sustainment activities across Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide. This role is hands-on and mission-critical, requiring travel to customer sites to install cable, test, and troubleshoot network equipment in secure, regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Rack, install, and configure network and infrastructure equipment, including but not limited to firewalls, network modules (SFPs), and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs), in accordance with manufacturer instructions, approved designs, and project documentation
Perform installation, tracing, testing, and troubleshooting of fiber optic and Ethernet cabling
Execute installation and upgrade activities during approved maintenance windows and after-hours, as required, to ensure zero downtime during MEPS operational hours
Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues using approved network and cable diagnostic tools
Patch network connections to and from equipment and dress patch cables neatly and professionally in racks and cabinets
Work within data centers and wiring closets while adhering to site-specific standards and documentation
Collaborate closely with IT staff, engineers, and project teams to support scheduled upgrades and initiatives
Provide timely input for progress, status, and trip reports documenting work performed
Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site at the end of each shift
Work efficiently while maintaining high quality, safety, and security standards
Follow all applicable safety, security, and change management procedures
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess experience and capabilities across the following skill areas, listed in order of importance:
U.S. Citizenship required; active DoD Secret clearance preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience installing network equipment
Demonstrated experience installing network equipment and dressing cables to professional standards
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to plan and book travel in compliance with Department of Defense and ITility travel regulations
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate trip and status reports
Ability to read, interpret, and execute work based on technical drawings, network specifications, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Physical ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods
Proficiency using hand and power tools commonly associated with network and infrastructure installation
Ability to submit travel receipts accurately and timely in accordance with company and Department of Defense travel policies
Ability to maintain accurate daily timekeeping and expense reports in Costpoint
Ability to take direction from management and maintain task schedules and priorities
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of work
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and effectively, listen actively, and seek clarification when needed
Proven dependability, including following instructions, responding to management direction, and consistently meeting commitments
Preferred Qualifications:
Industry certifications such as CCNA, Network+, or PCNSA
Experience working in DoD, federal, or other regulated environments
Familiarity with data center standards and cable management best practices.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
On-site work at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) and other government facilities nationwide
Frequent travel required, with the ability and availability to travel away from home for several weeks at a time (up to 75% travel)
Work performed in secure environments, including data centers, wiring closets, and office spaces
Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing 50 pounds or more
Physical duties may include standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces
Required to dress appropriately for the job environment, including adherence to safety, security, and site-specific dress standards
ITility is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ITility is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ITility is committed to providing a work environment that is non-discriminatory, harassment free, fair, ethical and inclusive.
ITility is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. ITility strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination. This policy covers conduct occurring at ITility’s offices, client sites, other locations where ITility is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
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