DS Comm Lead
DS Comm Lead (Communication Equipment Location)
The DS Comm Lead evaluates, designs, and oversees telecommunications rooms (MDF/IDF/CELs), including racks, bonding/grounding, electrical, cooling, cable pathways, and compliance with AF/SF and UFC standards. This role manages GDIT, Agency, and Subcontractor teams performing site surveys, rack builds, grounding, cabling, electrical, and network equipment installations.
Primary Responsibilities Conduct onsite surveys documenting power, cooling, bonding/grounding, pathways, and room readiness Develop layout designs including rack plans, cable management, grounding/bonding, electrical circuits, and equipment placement Manage GDIT, Agency, and Subcontractor labor performing room buildouts, rack installation, cable routing, and grounding Ensure compliance with UFC, TIA/EIA, I3A, and DoD telecommunications room standards Coordinate with base civil engineering for facility upgrades or modifications Support QA inspections and validation of deliverables and asbuilts Work closely with Network, Fiber Optic, ISP, and OSP teams for integration of infrastructure Participate in design reviews and customer briefings as a SME
Required Experience BA/BS or equivalent, 5+ years of experience 47 years experience with telecommunications rooms, data center buildouts, or ISP infrastructure Experience managing cabling, rack installation, or structured cabling teams Knowledge of grounding/bonding, power specs, equipment standards, and room environmental requirements Experience with AFCENT, AFNET, or equivalent DoW telecom environments (preferred) Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Experience Certifications (Preferred) BICSI Technician, Installer 2, or RCDD Security+ CE (DoD 8570 requirement) FOA CFOT (beneficial for fiber termination work)
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