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Job Title: LMR Technician

Clearance: Secret

Certifications: CompTIA Security+

Position Overview: The LMR Technician provides technical control, system maintenance, and administration of the Land Mobile Radio (LMR) system at Ft. Bragg. This role is essential for supporting the Base/Post/Camp/Station (B/P/C/S) Army Conus Enterprise (ACE) Non-Tactical Trunked Radio (NTTR) system, ensuring secure and reliable radio communications for military operations and emergency response teams.

The LMR Technician will install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain LMR systems and peripheral equipment. This role requires a strong understanding of radio frequency (RF) communications, networking, and Army communications infrastructure.

Education/Certifications/Clearance:

+ CompTIA Security+ CE (Required)

+ Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Network Engineering, or related field (preferred).

+ Motorola ASTRO® 25 IV&D System Overview Certification (AST 1038) (Preferred)

+ Motorola Advanced Console System Administration (ACS 15211) (Preferred)

+ Security Clearance: Secret

Minimum Experience Requirements:

+ 3+ years of experience in LMR network administration, radio communications, and system maintenance.

+ Experience with Motorola ASTRO® 25 Systems, LMR trunked radio networks, and RF communications.

+ Knowledge of network management tools, encryption protocols, and cybersecurity best practices.

+ Experience diagnosing and resolving LMR system failures and network-related issues.

+ Ability to train local users on LMR operations, security protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

LMR Network Administration & O&M Support

+ Maintain Army communications equipment, including trunked radio infrastructure and first-responder LMR systems.

+ Install, configure, and troubleshoot LMR repeaters, base stations, and subscriber units.

+ Ensure secure radio transmissions, maintain encryption keys, and support Communications Security (COMSEC) compliance.

+ Support Land Mobile Radio (LMR) integration with Army networks and mission-critical communication systems.

+ Perform network diagnostics, RF signal analysis, and spectrum management tasks.

Network Security & Cyber Compliance

+ Apply and maintain Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) configurations for LMR network devices.

+ Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies (DoDI 8500.01, AR 25-2, and RMF security controls).

+ Monitor and manage access control, authentication protocols, and encryption for LMR communications.

+ Maintain compliance with Army Information Assurance (IA) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.

System Troubleshooting & Performance Optimization

+ Diagnose radio interference, connectivity issues, and network failures affecting LMR services.

+ Perform preventive maintenance, software updates, and firmware upgrades to enhance LMR system reliability.

+ Optimize radio network performance, signal propagation, and antenna alignment to maximize coverage.

+ Document troubleshooting procedures, test results, and repair actions for system records.

User Support & Training

+ Provide technical support for military personnel, first responders, and authorized radio users.

+ Train end-users on radio operation, secure communications, and troubleshooting procedures.

+ Ensure LMR system policies and access controls are followed to prevent unauthorized use.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience with RF spectrum management, encryption key management, and DoD radio systems.

+ Hands-on experience with Motorola LMR equipment and trunked radio systems.