Wireless Network Engineer

Wireless Network Engineer (Text code to apply - WNENGSITFL - to 571-520-9255)

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI Required

Location: MacDill AFB, Tampa FL

Job Description:

Wireless Network Engineers perform tier three wireless network support in accordance with the SIE OPORD. This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills and must be knowledgeable about both wired and wireless network technology. An in-depth background in wireless equipment, standards, protocols, and security standards, as well as wireless local area network (WLAN) design is necessary. Wireless Network Engineers must also be effective communicators with excellent written, verbal communications, and presentation skills in order to collaborate successfully with network technicians, vendors, and managers. Wireless Network Engineers should also demonstrate leadership skills and excellent customer interaction skills.

Typical duties include:

• Performing systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks
• Evaluating the performance of Media Access Control (MAC) and higher layers of various types of wireless networks
• Researching, designing and implementing wireless networks, including the definition of applicable engineering specifications and resource requirements for network hardware and software
• Making recommendations for wireless network optimization, additions and upgrades to meet the Government’s requirements
• Conducting and documenting radio frequency (RF) coverage and site surveys
• Documenting network infrastructure and design

Educational Requirements: None

Certification Requirements:

• CWNE OR
• CCNP Enterprise with one network wireless concentration OR
• CWNP Certified Wireless Network Administrator OR
• CWNP Certified Wireless Technology Specialist OR
• Aruba Certified Mobility Professional OR
• CCIE Wireless

Experience Requirements:

• Eight or more years in LAN/WAN engineering and design work.
• Including 3-5 years specializing in wireless technologies, such as WiFi and Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX).

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $71,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• WiMAX: 3 years (Preferred)
• LAN/WAN engineering: 8 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CWNE (Preferred)

Security Clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No