WLAN Network Engineer

Job Description:

Job Description

Responsible for the research and development of existing and new wireless technologies used to optimize and maintain United States Attorneys’ corporate and nationwide network which include Designing, Testing, Installing, Configuring, Implementing, and troubleshooting of Wireless and LAN equipment
Working with 3rd party and internal departments in integrating wireless equipment with current WAN and security infrastructure.

Optimizing wireless performance while fulfilling security requirements for user/device
authentication, encryption and intrusion detection, i.e. 802.1x RADIUS Authentication using EAP-TLS.
Provide WLAN design recommendations based on industry best practices
Experience designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless controllers, Mobility Conductor (MCR), SSID configuration, Guest Portals, Access point provisioning;

Responsible for installation, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and modification of wireless network hardware and software. Which include:

Cisco Switches (3850 and 9300 experience preferred)

Wireless Controllers (Aruba experience preferred)

Provided tier 3 support in the area of wireless devices, including hand-held devices, LAN and WAN connectivity.
Responsible for documentation of installed networks, to include systems design, operations and implementations guides, Visio design drawings, etc.
Maintains the security and integrity of all wireless hardware and software.
Knowledge of Windows Server 201x OS platforms; to include DNS & DHCP functions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Guest registration web portal (Aruba ClearPass experience preferred)
Recommending configuration changes and software upgrades
Configuration and testing of QoS for voice & video, VLANS, ACL’s, GRE
tunnels, VRRP, etc.
Monitoring systems (Aruba Airwave preferred)
802.1x RADIUS authentication using EAP-TLS
802.11 a/b/g/i/n/ac
Site Surveys: Using AirMagnet analysis software or equivalent

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

5+ years of experience working in large enterprise network environments
Ability to learn new products and technologies
Ability to develop standard operating procedures and project documentation

Related Network Engineering certifications (e.g., ACMP, ACCP CCIE),

Knowledge/Familiarity with government security settings.
Utilization of Windows 201x and Linux servers
Policy making and management for Layer 2 QoS packet markings and conformance
Experience diagramming network designs, layouts, etc. using tools such as Visio;
Experience designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting of Cisco switching.
Understanding of DNS, DHCP, IP subnetting, addressing, and Variable Length Subnet Masks.
Understanding of SSL certificates

Must live within commuting distance to either Columbia, SC or Washington, DC to work in the office roughly 4 times per month.
Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a US Government Top Secret Clearance (Must be US Citizen)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Optimizing wireless performance while fulfilling security requirements for user/device
authentication, encryption and intrusion detection, i.e. 802.1x RADIUS Authentication using EAP-TLS.
Provide WLAN design recommendations based on industry best practices
Experience designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless controllers, Mobility Conductor (MCR), SSID configuration, Guest Portals, Access point provisioning
Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless - CCNA Wireless
CCNA Routing and Switching Certification (CCNA RS)
Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA)
Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA)
Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $89280 - $151740

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Job Ident #: 111674BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

Supported Manufacturers:
Various

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Job Info

Location

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs