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Senior Telecom Engineer (Government)
AT&T Services INC · 🇺🇸 Washington, District of Columbia
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 393 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 80 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What AT&T Services INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles4 certified filings for “Senior Network Technology Engineer” (Computer Network Architects) in WA: $178k–$208k, median $187k. Most were filed at wage level II (75%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($ 89,200 - $110,000) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 393 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 80 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located at customer's site. AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission. Our team supports the federal government leveraging a sole source small business/set aside contract providing multiple and diverse solutions to streamline, simplify, reuse, rebuild, modernize, or enhance the government’s network. This includes professional services, design, engineering, system architecture, installation, monitoring, solutioning, and related support. Our customers are widespread agencies in the public sector and intelligence communities. AT&T is looking to fill the position of Senior Telecommunication Engineer to support our PRIME contractor. The incumbent will provide support to the DOS’s Bureau of Information Resources Management (IRM)/Operations (OPS)/Enterprise Network Management (ENM)/Diplomatic Technology (DT). This role is responsible for the design, implementation, operation, maintenance, coordination, and support of the DOS Enterprise Telecommunications networks for voice and data services in all domestic locations. Job Duties/Responsibilities: - Cable and conduit services - Placing phones/sunsetting EOL equipment - Upgrade and replacement of systems on a scheduled basis - Installation of new systems - Fulfillment of service requests for all voice and data service moves, adds, changes, and disconnects - Management and maintenance of associated computer equipment rooms within the National Capital Area Region (NCR) - Response to and resolution of incidents - Process configuration updates based on service changes - Process financial transactions based on service changes - Quality management activities and business process re-engineering - Procurement of all equipment, materials, and installations Required Clearance: Secret (#secret) Required Qualifications: - 7 years’ experience overseeing and installing telephone, coaxial, and fiber optic cables, including vertical and horizontal cable pairs to the desktop. - 7 years’ experience locating and diagnosing signal transmission defects using various test equipment and visual inspection. - 7 years’ experience using tools and related test equipment, ground power equipment, and pressure equipment. - Must be willing to support multiple site locations in the immediate area while being mindful of VIP customers. - Must be willing to work in Washington, DC; this position requires onsite presence. Education: - High school degree - Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred. Desired Qualifications: BICSI cabling certification in one or more of the following areas, or equivalent experience/other certifications may be considered: - Installer 1 - Installer 2, Copper - Installer 2, Optical Fiber - Technician Our Senior Telecom Engineer's earn between $ 89,200 - $110,000 . Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits: • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage • 401(k) plan • Tuition reimbursement program • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) • Paid Parental Leave • Paid Caregiver Leave • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but