Lead Network Technician
Nakupuna Companies, Oceanside, CA, United States
Nakupuna Consulting is seeking experienced Network Technician Leads to support the US Marine Corps Voice Modernization effort across multiple West Coast installations, with primary operations centered at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. Nakupuna provides full Engineering, Furnishing, Installation, Securing, Testing, and Turnover (EFIST) services to deliver modernized Cisco-based voice and network infrastructure. This includes deployment of IP telephony (Cisco 9800-series), gateway systems, power infrastructure, and supporting network components.
Field Leadership & Execution
Lead a field installation crew (4-5 technicians) in executing network and voice infrastructure deployments across multiple installations
Direct daily installation activities including
Cisco IP phone deployments (e.g., 9841 series)
VG420 gateway installations
UPS systems and rack-mounted equipment
Network switch and cabling activities (as required)
Manage daily production targets and ensure adherence to schedule and sequencing
Serve as the primary on-site escalation point for technical and execution issues
Coordinate directly with
Regional Project Managers
UC and Network Engineers
Government site representatives
Verification, Cutover, and Validation Support
Lead and support
Verification Site Surveys (VSS)
Implementation and cutover activities
System validation and troubleshooting
Execute and oversee high-risk activities such as
Voice cutovers
System outages and transitions
Ensure installations meet EFIST requirements for
Functionality
Security
Operational readiness
Deliverables & PMO Integration
Work directly with Nakupuna’s Project Management Team to develop and support contract deliverables, including
Site-specific installation reports
Verification Site Survey documentation
Equipment inventory and asset tracking updates
As-built documentation and configuration records
Input to PCA/PCR acceptance documentation
Provide field-derived data and insights to ensure deliverables accurately reflect on-site conditions and completed work
Review and validate documentation for
Accuracy
Completeness
Alignment with contract requirements
Support preparation for
Government reviews
Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs)
Acceptance events
Quality Control & Continuous Improvement
Enforce quality standards and installation best practices across all crew activities
Ensure compliance with
Configuration management processes
Documentation requirements
Safety protocols
Identify and communicate
Field issues
Process inefficiencies
Opportunities to improve deployment execution
Provide feedback to engineering and PMO teams to refine
Technical solutions
Deployment approaches
Skills and Qualifications
Strong leadership and team coordination skills
Solid understanding of
TCP/IP networking
VLANs, switching, and Ethernet
IP telephony systems (Cisco preferred)
Ability to translate field execution into clear, accurate documentation
Strong communication skills with both technical teams and Government stakeholders
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, multi-site environments
Education and Experience
High School Diploma required
3-5+ years of experience in network or voice infrastructure deployment
Experience leading installation teams or crews required
Experience supporting technical documentation or deliverables preferred
Cisco certifications (CCNA or higher) preferred
Location
Based in Southern California (Camp Pendleton / San Diego Oceanside region). Travel required across West Coast installations (25-50% depending on phase).
Clearance Requirements
Active Secret Clearance required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Physical Requirements
Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
Ability to work in communications rooms, IDFs, and MDFs
Frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders, and overhead work
Compensation
The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.
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Field Leadership & Execution
Lead a field installation crew (4-5 technicians) in executing network and voice infrastructure deployments across multiple installations
Direct daily installation activities including
Cisco IP phone deployments (e.g., 9841 series)
VG420 gateway installations
UPS systems and rack-mounted equipment
Network switch and cabling activities (as required)
Manage daily production targets and ensure adherence to schedule and sequencing
Serve as the primary on-site escalation point for technical and execution issues
Coordinate directly with
Regional Project Managers
UC and Network Engineers
Government site representatives
Verification, Cutover, and Validation Support
Lead and support
Verification Site Surveys (VSS)
Implementation and cutover activities
System validation and troubleshooting
Execute and oversee high-risk activities such as
Voice cutovers
System outages and transitions
Ensure installations meet EFIST requirements for
Functionality
Security
Operational readiness
Deliverables & PMO Integration
Work directly with Nakupuna’s Project Management Team to develop and support contract deliverables, including
Site-specific installation reports
Verification Site Survey documentation
Equipment inventory and asset tracking updates
As-built documentation and configuration records
Input to PCA/PCR acceptance documentation
Provide field-derived data and insights to ensure deliverables accurately reflect on-site conditions and completed work
Review and validate documentation for
Accuracy
Completeness
Alignment with contract requirements
Support preparation for
Government reviews
Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs)
Acceptance events
Quality Control & Continuous Improvement
Enforce quality standards and installation best practices across all crew activities
Ensure compliance with
Configuration management processes
Documentation requirements
Safety protocols
Identify and communicate
Field issues
Process inefficiencies
Opportunities to improve deployment execution
Provide feedback to engineering and PMO teams to refine
Technical solutions
Deployment approaches
Skills and Qualifications
Strong leadership and team coordination skills
Solid understanding of
TCP/IP networking
VLANs, switching, and Ethernet
IP telephony systems (Cisco preferred)
Ability to translate field execution into clear, accurate documentation
Strong communication skills with both technical teams and Government stakeholders
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, multi-site environments
Education and Experience
High School Diploma required
3-5+ years of experience in network or voice infrastructure deployment
Experience leading installation teams or crews required
Experience supporting technical documentation or deliverables preferred
Cisco certifications (CCNA or higher) preferred
Location
Based in Southern California (Camp Pendleton / San Diego Oceanside region). Travel required across West Coast installations (25-50% depending on phase).
Clearance Requirements
Active Secret Clearance required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Physical Requirements
Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
Ability to work in communications rooms, IDFs, and MDFs
Frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders, and overhead work
Compensation
The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.
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