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Click to visit the State Department careers websiteThe U.S. State Department is the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency.

We begin our mission of diplomacy in Washington, D.C., where we hire Foreign Service, Civil Service and Student employees to work at our offices in the U.S. and over 265 posts abroad. Join us un helping shape a freer, more secure and prosperous world as we formulate, represent and implement U.S. foreign policy.

The United States has engaged in diplomatic activity since before its inception. Over the years, as diplomacy has evolved, so has the U.S. Department of State. Today, our professionals are among the most respected in the world.

 

The U.S. Department of State is focused on accomplishing America's mission of diplomacy at home and around the world. Our belief in democracy, liberty, the dignity of every life, and the rights of every individual unites Americans of all backgrounds, all faiths, and all colors. And one of our greatest strengths is our diversity. The signal sent to the rest of the world when America is represented abroad by people of all cultures, races, and religions is a clear statement about who we are and what our values mean in practice. Diversity is a great advantage to each and every one of us, and an important affirmation throughout the world that multi-ethnic democracy can work.

- Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

Information Management Technical Specialist - Radio

Help Protect America’s Technology.

Represent America overseas as you work on cyber security projects and implement security controls on information systems.

The United States is facing unprecedented challenges requiring expert technical knowledge and vision of individuals like you. This is why there has never been a better time to transform your professional skills, education, cultural background and unique perspectives into a high-profile career working overseas. You have the ability to affect global change and impact people’s lives.

There are 265 American embassies and consulates worldwide. That’s 265 places where you can use your specialized skills to make a difference – as a Foreign Service Information Management Technical Specialist/Radio (IMTS/R) with the U.S. Department of State.

As an IMTS/R you will perform site surveys, install and maintain associated hardware and software for UHF/VHF land mobile systems. To qualify as a Radio Specialist, you must have in-depth technical knowledge of RF systems and be able to perform major building surveys for upgrades or new HF/VHF/UHF radio communication systems.

In addition, you must have hands-on experience surveying, installing, maintaining, component-level repairing, and technically operating radio systems. These include HF/VHF/UHF land mobile two-way radio systems used in intercity radio services, tactical satellite systems and peripheral devices (antennas, remote control units). Must be knowledgeable in the use of associated test equipment for testing and trouble resolution. Experience must be directly related to these systems with at least 60 percent of the time in the maintenance and repair of these systems.

For a detailed job description and requirements, and to apply online, please visit the Department of State Careers Website.

U.S. citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer.