Wireless Network Engineer 2

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Wireless Network Engineers in a Wireless LAN environment, create drawings, and perform installations and ongoing maintenance in support of the customers’ networking requirements. Their role is to provide technical support for customer and/or internal wireless LAN network operations, maintenance and security implementations. Wireless Engineers will work closely with USARCC-SWA, Network Operations Team (NETOPS), Network Engineers and other vendors to provide strategies around security, authentication, controller redundancy, and load balancing. They will mainly use Aruba Networks 802.11 wireless access points using technologies such as: IEEE802.11ax, multi-user MIMO, IEEE802.11r fast roaming, wireless IDS/IPS, location services, spectrum intelligence, Aruba’s Adaptive Radio Resource Management (ARM) and optimizations for high-density video streaming applications.

This position offers company-paid housing and transportation, a completion bonus and tuition reimbursement program!

You must satisfy all host country requirements to legally work in the host country to include but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a host nation visa and host nation driver’s license in order to be qualified for this position.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and administer Aruba ClearPass, Aruba AirWave, wireless intrusion detection, and associated wireless management platforms.
• Deploy, configure, troubleshoot, and sustain enterprise wireless LAN infrastructure supporting government operations.
• Administer wireless authentication, access control, policy enforcement, and role-based security solutions.
• Provide wireless network architecture recommendations, optimization strategies, and technical guidance supporting mobility services.
• Serve as the wireless network Subject Matter Expert (SME) for planning, design, assessment, and implementation activities.
• Provide Tier III escalation support for wireless infrastructure incidents, outages, and complex technical issues.
• Execute Proof of Concept (POC), pilot, validation, and testing activities for emerging wireless technologies.
• Design and support wireless security solutions in accordance with DISA, Army BBP, and NSA wireless security requirements.
• Perform RF analysis, performance validation, spectrum analysis, and wireless troubleshooting utilizing approved diagnostic tools.
• Provide technical support and root-cause analysis for multi-vendor wireless network environments.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce wireless network documentation standards, procedures, and support documentation.
• Process and resolve service requests through approved ticketing systems.
• Support cybersecurity, compliance, and inspection initiatives including CCRI preparation and remediation activities.
• Monitor network performance and respond to security, operational, and policy-related inquiries.
• Provide approved technical training and knowledge transfer to Network Operations personnel.
• Perform other duties and assignments assigned.

Qualifications

Security Clearance: 

• The position requires an active Secret clearance.

Education/Certiifcations:  One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, Network Engineering, Cybersecurtiy or a related field is preferred. 
• This position requires candidates to adhere to DoD 8570.01M. All candidates are required to maintain at least one (1) Baseline certification and one (1) Computing environment (CE) certification. Baseline certifications cannot also be used as a Computing Environment (CE) certification.
• The authorized certifications for this job title are listed as follows:

Baseline:

• Cisco: CCNA: Certified Network Associate - Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)
• Cisco: CCNP: Certified Network Professional - Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)
• CompTIA: CASP+ ce: Advanced Security Practitioner
• CompTIA: CySA+ ce: Cybersecurity Analyst
• CompTIA: Security+ ce
• CompTIA: SecurityX ce
• GIAC: GCED: Certified Enterprise Defender
• GIAC: GCIH: Certified Incident Handler: Certified Incident Handler
• GIAC: GICSP: Industrial Cyber Security Professional
• GIAC: GSEC: Security Essentials
• ISACA: CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor
• ISC2: CISSP (or Associate): Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• ISC2: SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner

Computer Environment (CE):

• Cisco: CCIE: Certified Internetwork Expert - Enterprise Wireless
• Cisco: CCNA: Certified Network Associate (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)
• Cisco: CCNA: Certified Network Associate - Wireless
• Cisco: CCNP: Certified Network Professional - Wireless
• Cisco: CCNP: Certified Network Professional (Any) (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)
• CWNP: CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator
• CWNP: CWSP: Certified Wireless Security Professional
• Hewlett Packard: ACCP: Aruba Certified ClearPass Professional (Required of 1 employee per work center)
• Hewlett Packard: ACDP Certified Design Professional
• Hewlett Packard: ACMP: Aruba Certified Mobility Professional
• Hewlett Packard: ACMX: Aruba Certified Mobility Expert

Experience:

• Five (5) years direct experience with enterprise level wireless LAN support and technologies in a multi-vendor environment (Cisco, Aruba, etc.).
• The Wireless Network Engineer is required to be an expert in all functions relating to DoD Wireless Networks.
• The Wireless Network Engineer must be able to apply extensive knowledge of a variety of the IA field's concepts, practices. and procedures to ensure the secure inegration and operation of all enclaves (NIPR, SIPR, etc.) systems.
• Must be able to rely on extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals for the network enclave environment.
• Experience with a customer service-oriented company. 

Skills & Technology Used: 

• Advanced knowledge of IEEE 802.11 wireless networking standards and RF principles.
• Experience with Aruba wireless controllers, ClearPass, AirWavem and mobility solutions.
• Knowledge of wireless authentication technologies, NAC, 802.1X, and role-based access controls.
• Proficiency performing RF surveys, spectrum analysis, packet capture analysis, and wireless troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of network routing, switching, VLANs, QoS, and wireless security best practices.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs, Army wireless security standards, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and customer support skills. 

Work Environment:

• The work environment will be 95% indoors and 5% outdoors.
• The outdoor work environment may exceed temperatures 100° F. Candidate must be able to physically withstand extreme heat.

Physical Activities:

• Must be capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (helmet and plated vest) which can weigh 25 to 40lbs, for extended periods of time.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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