LAN/Communications Technician (Active Secret Clearance Required) with Security Clearance

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is seeking a LAN Communications Technician to work on-site at a United States Space Force installation in New Boston, NH. Job ID 2026-25664.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline technical support for LAN communication systems, VOIP phones, and software applications, ensuring uninterrupted communication channels.
• Support and troubleshoot a variety of technologies including desktops, laptops, tablets, printers/scanners/peripherals, Windows servers, software management, communication devices (PBX, mobile, VTC, LMR, VoIP), and COMSEC.
• Manage Active Directory, server configurations, oversee software installations, and implement patch management strategies.
• Serve as the local Information System Security Officer (ISO) for the installation in collaboration with DISA, AFNET, and AFCED to ensure secure network administration.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies, conduct security assessments, and implement controls to safeguard network infrastructure (DoD Directive 8570/8140; NIST SP 800-171 compliance).
• Collaborate with IT professionals to resolve technical issues and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Adhere to DoD regulations and security protocols for handling controlled unclassified information (DoD Instruction 5200.48: CUI).
• Engage in ongoing training to stay updated on emerging technologies and cybersecurity best practices.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans for LAN communication systems.
• Interface with vendors to procure hardware, software, and services.
• Monitor network performance and optimize bandwidth utilization.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of network security policies.
• Conduct training sessions on cybersecurity best practices and safe computing habits.
• Update network documentation regularly for troubleshooting and auditing purposes.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends in LAN communications.

Qualifications

Required

• U.S. Citizenship and active DoD SECRET clearance.
• One of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP.
• Minimum one year of experience in IT support roles, including LAN communication systems and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of networking principles and protocols.
• Experience supporting a variety of IT technologies (laptops, mobile devices, radios, etc.).
• Experience with Active Directory server management, VOIP phones, and network monitoring tools.
• Self-motivated and proactive — able to work independently with minimal supervision, identify opportunities, and develop new ideas.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to push, pull, kneel, bend, reach, and lift 40–50 lbs.

Desired

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a technology-related field preferred; master's degree is an asset.
• Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA Network+ certifications.
• Advanced certifications in cybersecurity or networking.
• DoD IAM Level 2 and above certification: CySA, CASP, CCNA, CCNP, CISM, CISSP.
• Experience with ACAS / Tenable Nessus for vulnerability scanning, assessment, and remediation.
• Knowledge and experience connecting, patching, and repairing Cat5/Cat6/fiber infrastructure.
• Previous DoD or military experience.

Company Description

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, FRA delivers streamlined operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment. As a FRA employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.