WLAN Network Engineer
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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:
Wireless Controllers (Aruba experience preferred)
Required Skills and Education
Related Network Engineering certifications (e.g., ACMP, ACCP CCIE),
Must live within commuting distance to either Columbia, SC or Washington, DC to work in the office roughly 4 times per month.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
Preferred Skills and Education
EEO Career Site
Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression
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
Required Skills and Education
- 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.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
Preferred Skills and Education
- 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)
EEO Career Site
Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression
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