Job Description
Telecommunications Offerings Officers assist as the on-site aspect of accountability for Details Technology in CIA communications centers overseas. You’ll run, uphold, install and handle intricate LAN and WAN platforms, providing IT close support to a diverse client base advancing national security objectives.
This role also covers conventional and tactical voice communication systems, RF capabilities such as satellite, and supporting emergency power generators and HVAC systems.
This role demands a global commitment: officers normally use 60-70% of their profession abroad on assignments lasting one to three years, with routine temporary responsibility in the Washington DC domain and overseas. Some assignments may be in challenging or harsh environments.
CIA gives travel advantages and allowances that enhance overall compensation. This role suits professionals who thrive on technical challenges, enjoy international work, and are dedicated to the agency's mission.
You’ll work independently and collaboratively with other pros, putting in project management and systems engineering principles to achieve mission goals.
Salary & Compensation
Pay / Settle Package: $75,332 - $153,086 per year.
Qualification
Minimum qualifications include U.S. Citizenship.. A background investigation.. And a bachelor's degree in a STEM field (e.g.. Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology.. Computer Network Systems.. Computer Science.. Data Technology) with at least a 3.0 GPA.. Or four years of documented IT enterprise expertise.
Desired certifications: A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, CCENT, Microsoft Certified Skilled.
- U.S. Citizenship (dual-national eligible) and at least 18 years aged.
- Capacity to gather CIA minimum needs covering background investigation.
- Bachelor's degree in STEM (e.g., Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology, Computer Network Systems, Computer Science, Info Technology) with 3.0 GPA or higher, OR four years of documented IT enterprise experience.
- Excellent communication abilities.
- Aptitude to climb ladders, stoop, bend, and arrive at for extended periods.
- Capacity to lift weighty materials with assistance on occasion.
- Aptitude to function independently and carefully with other professionals.
- Dynamic and adaptable expert method with strong desire to learn.
- Desired: task management and systems engineering principles; certifications: A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, CCENT, Microsoft Certified Professional.
How to Apply
- Call on the authorized CIA professions website at cia.gov/paths to go through the packed post announcement and express interest in up to four positions.
- After expressing interest, you’ll be directed to MyLINK, where you can hand in your resume, rank roles, and offer fundamental details.
- A CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications encounter the agency's wants.
- Confirm you’re physically in the United States or its territories when submitting your resume via MyLINK.
- Wrap up the federal submission process, including a thorough medical and psychological exam, polygraph interview, and finish background investigation.
Role Responsibilities
- Act as on-site point of accountability for IT in CIA communications centers overseas.
- Work, keep up, install, and oversee complicated LAN and WAN platforms.
- Supply IT close back to a diverse buyer base advancing national security objectives.
- Manage conventional and tactical voice communication systems.
- Manage RF communication capabilities, such as satellite systems.
- Assist operation and maintenance of emergency power generators and HVAC systems.
- Cater to globally, spending 60-70% of path abroad on assignments of one to three years.
- Perform in Washington DC sphere and abroad in temporary capacities as mission dictates.
Additional Information
- This role is unseal from June 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.
- The pay variety is $75,332 - $153,086 per year, set on GS-9 to GS-12 grade and locality pay.
- Telecommunications Solutions Officers generally spend 60-70% of their profession abroad.
- You must be willing to relocate to the Washington, DC field.
- Selective Offering registration is required if applicable.
- Dual-national U.S. Citizens are eligible.
- CIA presents finalize federal gains covering health, retirement, and travel allowances.
About Company
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is the premier U.S. Intelligence agency responsible for gathering and analyzing foreign intelligence to inform national security decisions. CIA officers operate worldwide to safeguard American interests and uphold the Constitution.
This Telecommunications Services Officer role is critical to keeping up secure communications in overseas stations, directly supporting mission objectives. The agency values technical expertise, global mobility, and a commitment to public solution.
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